- The Governor General of Canada
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Christophe Kervégant-Tanguy
Ottawa, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Flags and Badge
November 20, 2009
Vol. V, p. 476
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Blazon
Badge
Three demi-dogs Sable conjoined in triquetra;
Symbolism
Badge
The three dogs honour the maternal name Tanguy, a Celtic warrior name composed of tan (fire) and ki (dog). The central fret, resembling the tracery of a basket, represents the Greek concept of mètis, meaning wisdom and cunning.