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Canadian Society of Surgical Oncology
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Grant of Arms
September 15, 2006
Vol. V, p. 53
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Blazon
Arms
On a fess between three maple leaves Or a crab Gules;
Crest
Issuant from a tower Or a dexter cubit arm proper grasping a fleam Gules;
Motto
PESTILENTIAE DEBELLANDAE;
Symbolism
Arms
The Society is a group of Canadian surgeons treating cancer patients. The crab is an ancient astrological symbol for the constellation of Cancer, and makes a reference to this medical specialization.
Crest
The hand rising from the fortified tower represents the fortitude of cancer patients as well as their determination to rise above the disease, under the care of their surgeons. The fleam is an ancient surgical tool.
Motto
Meaning “Pestilences must be overcome”.