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Halifax Regional Municipality
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Grant of Arms, Supporters, Flag and Badge
July 15, 1999
Vol. III, p. 333
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Blazon
Badge
A bezant charged with a saltire of four anchors flukes outward first and fourth fouled Azure ensigned by a coronet Argent set with mayflowers proper;
Symbolism
Badge
The gold disc represents the wealth of the unified community. The anchors represent the region’s maritime and naval heritage, and their number the four original municipalities. The coronet of mayflowers identifies the municipality as the capital of Nova Scotia.