- The Governor General of Canada
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Regional Cadet Support Unit (Atlantic)
Shearwater, Nova Scotia
Approval of a Badge
January 15, 2009
Vol. V, p. 399
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Blazon
Badge
Argent a sextant Gules above barry wavy Azure and Argent;
Motto
PREPARING TODAY’S YOUTH FOR TOMORROW;
Symbolism
Badge
The alternating blue and white wavy stripes represent the four Atlantic provinces and their connection to the ocean. The sextant has long symbolized the discovery of new horizons, and is a symbol of direction, watchfulness and guidance. It is also closely associated with progress, as it expands the boundaries of knowledge and understanding. These attributes are consistent with the aims of developing young Canadians for tomorrow.
Motto
Not applicable
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on December 12, 2009, in Volume 143, page 3683 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Major M.A. Boudreau, Captain J.F. Cater, and Captain A.G. Walsh, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Painter
Debra MacGarvie
Calligrapher
Shirley Mangione
Recipient Information
Military Institution
Military