- The Governor General of Canada
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Peter William McCrodan
Victoria, British Columbia
Grant of Arms and Flag
November 15, 2007
Vol. V, p. 182
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Blazon
Arms
Or between two barrulets a rod fesswise Vert held by a dexter hand couped palewise Gules;
Crest
A pine tree proper on a grassy mound Vert set with gemstones Argent;
Motto
DILSEACHD IS NEART AIR SON NA FIRINN;
Symbolism
Arms
The gold field and green bars are based on the arms of the County Donegal. The rod alludes to the name “MacRodain”, a source of the surname McCrodan, meaning “rod” or “strong”. The latter idea is emphasized by the image of the red hand lifting the rod.
Crest
The pine tree is based on a drawing by Frederick Varley and represents Mr. McCrodan’s interest for the outdoors. His association with financial markets is symbolized by the white gemstones.
Motto
This Gaelic phrase means “Loyalty and strength for truth.”