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Richelieu International
Ottawa, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Flags and Badges
October 2, 2006
Vol. V, p. 70
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Blazon
Arms
Argent three chevronels Gules overall a tressure flory Azure;
Crest
Two arms embowed and interlaced, that to the dexter Gules, that to the sinister Azure;
Supporters
Two Arctic terns wings displayed and inverted proper each supporting a gonfanon as described below and standing on a mound of maple leaves Or and tulips Argent slipped Vert;
Motto
PAIX ET FRATERNITÉ;
Symbolism
Arms
The three chevrons allude to the coat of arms of Cardinal Richelieu. For Richelieu International, the name Richelieu refers to the famous “Maison Richelieu,” founded by the Duchesse d’Aiguillon in Quebec City in the 17th century at the request and expense of Cardinal Richelieu; the mission of this house was to see to the needs of underprivileged children and the orphans of New France’s soldiers and colonists. The tressure, made up of fleurs-de-lis, represents Richelieu International and its defence of the French fact, as well as its promotion of respect for language and culture in the worldwide francophone community.
Crest
The two interlaced arms represent the voluntarist characteristic of Richelieu International’s community involvement. Richelieu International strives to ensure the full development of its members and to promote francophone culture through social, cultural and humanitarian actions.
Supporters
The two Arctic terns, known for their long migration to the Antarctic, represent Richelieu International’s presence in the international francophone community. The maple leaves symbolize the fact that the movement took shape in Canada, and the tulips represent the fact that the Club’s first chapter was created in Ottawa in 1945.
Motto
Meaning “Peace and fellowship”.