- The Governor General of Canada
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Canadian Army
Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
September 15, 2016
Vol. VI, p. 636
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Blazon
Badge
Two swords in saltire Argent hilts and pommels Or surmounted by three maple leaves conjoined on one stem Gules, the whole ensigned by the Royal Crown proper;
Symbolism
Badge
The crossed swords symbolize the military history of the Canadian Army. They also indicate that the members of the Canadian Army work as a team in the defence of Canada. The three maple leaves conjoined on one stem, taken from the Royal Arms of Canada, represent service to the Sovereign and to Canada, as well as the heritage of the Canadian Army. The Royal Crown signifies service to the Sovereign.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on March 25, 2017, in Volume 151, page 1307 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of the Canadian Army, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Painter
David Farrar
Calligrapher
Shirley Mangione
Recipient Information
Military Institution
Military