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Carleton University

Ottawa, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Supporters, Flag and Badge
November 5, 1992
Vol. II, p. 201

Arms of Carleton University

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Blazon

Arms

Sable a maple leaf Gules irradiated and charged with an open book Argent;

Crest

A Phoenix Gules quilled and beaked Or issuing from flames proper;

Supporters

On a grassy mount on either side a raven Sable beaked and membered Or armed Gules;

Motto

OURS THE TASK ETERNAL;


Symbolism

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