- The Governor General of Canada
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Linda Lauzon
Gatineau, Quebec
Grant of Arms, with differences to Eric Lauzon and Annick Lauzon
February 16, 2001
Vol. IV, p. 94
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Blazon
Arms
Argent a triple gurges Sable overall a chapé arched Azure;
Crest
Upon barry wavy Azure and Argent two Atlantic white sided dolphins proper;
Motto
TOUJOURS GARDER ESPOIR;
Differenced Arms for Eric Lauzon, son of Linda Lauzon
The Arms of Linda Lauzon debruised by a label of three points Argent; this individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following his or her death;
Differenced Arms for Annick Lauzon, daughter of Linda Lauzon
The Arms of Linda Lauzon differenced by a heart Or in chief;
Symbolism
Arms
The “curtains” are presented as they would appear from a spectator’s vantage point, and represent Ms. Lauzon’s deep interest in theatre as well as her troupe, the Adaray. The elongated commas symbolize the movements of dance, another art form that Ms. Lauzon has practiced for many years. The fact that there are three evokes the importance of family ties.
Crest
The dolphins are Ms. Lauzon’s favourite mammal and represent her and her husband.
Motto
Meaning “Always have hope”.
Differenced Arms for Eric Lauzon, son of Linda Lauzon
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Differenced Arms for Annick Lauzon, daughter of Linda Lauzon
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on November 3, 2001, in Volume 135, page 4057 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Claire Boudreau, Saint-Laurent Herald, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority
Painter
Gordon Macpherson
Calligrapher
Nancy Ellis
Recipient Information
Individual