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Victoria Police Department

Victoria, British Columbia
Grant of Arms, Supporters, Flag and Badge
July 15, 2010
Vol. V, p. 530

Badge of the Victoria Police Department

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Blazon

Badge

The shield of the Arms of the Victoria Police Department encircled by an annulus Azure edged and inscribed with the Motto, all within a wreath of maple leaves Or issuant from a Pacific dogwood flower and ensigned by the Royal Crown proper;


Symbolism

Badge

This is the standard pattern of a municipal police badge in Canada. The central device and motto indicate local identity, the maple leaves Canada, and the dogwood flower British Columbia. The Royal Crown is a special symbol authorized by The Queen to indicate the role of the Department’s officers to uphold the Crown’s laws.