- The Governor General of Canada
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Brian Alexander Miron
Bedford, New Hampshire, United States of America
Grant of Arms, with differences to Jacob Alexander Miron and Benjamin Christopher Miron
June 20, 2013
Vol. VI, p. 240
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Blazon
Arms
Per chevron Sable and Argent, in chief semé of snowflakes two bulls combatant, in base an owl affronty, all counterchanged;
Crest
Issuant from a circle of apple blossoms Argent a swan Sable crowned with a coronet flory Argent;
Motto
VITAM INSPIRATAM VIVITE;
Differenced Arms for Jacob Alexander Miron, son of Brian Alexander Miron
The Arms of Brian Alexander Miron debruised of a three-point label Or; This individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following his death;
Differenced Arms for Benjamin Christopher Miron, son of Brian Alexander Miron
The Arms of Brian Alexander Miron with the Arms semé of mullets Or instead of snowflakes;
Symbolism
Arms
The bull represents power, strength and perseverance. For Mr. Miron, it also suggests a father figure, and serves as a reminder that effort and hard work must serve the broader community. The owl is an emblem of learning and wisdom. The snowflakes represent Canada, Mr. Miron’s country of birth.
Crest
The black swan represents the unexpected and its profound impact on our lives. The flory coronet reflects Mr. Miron’s French ancestry and his strong affection for and loyalty to Canada. The apple blossoms symbolize love and charity.
Motto
This Latin phrase means “Live an inspired life”.
Differenced Arms for Jacob Alexander Miron, son of Brian Alexander Miron
The label indicates that he is the heir of arms.
Differenced Arms for Benjamin Christopher Miron, son of Brian Alexander Miron
The stars pay homage to his Slovenian heritage, through his mother, and to his American birth.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on November 30, 2013, in Volume 147, page 2708 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Brian Alexander Miron and Manon Labelle, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Painter
Linda Nicholson
Calligrapher
Shirley Mangione
Recipient Information
Individual