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Cowichan Herald Extraordinary, Canadian Heraldic Authority
Ottawa, Ontario
Grant of a Badge of Office
May 2, 2001
Vol. IV, p. 116
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Blazon
Badge
On a sun in splendour Or, the horned dog Wagaas and the eagle Yuhwala respectant Gules as styled by the Salish artist Wayne Charlie;
Symbolism
Badge
The badge refers to the meaning of the word Cowichan, “place warmed by the sun”. The red spindle whorl motif in the centre symbolizing the creation of life, in the Salish style, is based on a design by Cowichan artist Wayne Charlie. It features a horned dog, Wagaas, and an eagle Yuhwula, two of the most important creatures from traditional Cowichan teachings.