- The Governor General of Canada
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410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron
Cold Lake, Alberta
Confirmation of a Badge
March 15, 2011
Vol. VI, p. 321
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Blazon
Badge
Argent a cougar’s face surmounting a decrescent proper;
Motto
NOCTIVAGA;
Symbolism
Badge
The cougar is a Canadian animal noted for its speed and power in striking down its prey. The waning moon indicates the squadron’s original role in night operations.
Motto
This Latin word means “Night wanderers”.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on October 25, 2014, in Volume 148, page 2734 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Not available
Painter
Robert Grey
Calligrapher
Shirley Mangione
Recipient Information
Military Institution
Military
A painting of this Badge was made subsequent to the confirmation in Vol. V, page 377.