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Coopérative des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec
Québec, Quebec
Grant of Arms, Supporters and Flag
May 15, 2008
Vol. V, p. 293
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Blazon
Arms
Argent a star of life each limb ensigned by a demi-fleur-de-lis Azure, charged with a rod Or entwined by a serpent Argent;
Crest
A phoenix Azure beaked and issuant from flames Or;
Supporters
Two phoenixes Azure beaked and issuant from flames Or on a mount Vert;
Motto
POUR L’ESPOIR ET LA VIE;
Symbolism
Arms
The colours are those used on the badges of the Coopérative des techniciens ambulanciers du Québec for years. The star of life is a symbol traditionally used by emergency medical technicians and paramedics. In this instance, it is distinguished by the addition of fleurs-de-lis, symbolizing Quebec.
Crest
The phoenix is a mythical creature that rises from the ashes with renewed life. For emergency medical technicians and paramedics, these creatures symbolize their work and their mission to save lives.
Supporters
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Motto
POUR L’ESPOIR ET LA VIE meaning “For hope and life.”