- The Governor General of Canada
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Rideau Hall Foundation
Ottawa, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Supporters, Flag and Badges
May 15, 2018
Vol. VII, p. 66
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Blazon
Arms
Per chevron in chief Or semé of chevrons throughout Azure, in base vairy Or and Azure;
Crest
A maple tree eradicated vairy Or and Azure leaved Or;
Supporters
Two lions Or each wearing a coronet of snowflakes and charged on the shoulder with a mullet Azure, standing on a rocky mount environed by waves proper;
Motto
CONGREGARE ET INSPIRARE;
Flag
A banner of the Arms;
Badge
The Crest (A maple tree eradicated vairy Or and Azure leaved Or);
Badge
A mullet of three points Or alternating with three points vairy Or and Azure;
Symbolism
Arms
Blue and gold are the colours of the flag of the Governor General of Canada and embody the unique relationship that links the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) with the Governor General and with the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General (OSGG). The lower section, which is made of interlocking and alternating gold and blue shapes, represents the objective of the RHF to bring together people and organizations in order to realize their dreams for Canada. The pattern also refers to the RHF’s values of cooperation, excellence and inclusion. The chevrons convey the idea of the ripple effect, as well as symbolizing leadership and the collective impact of the RHF’s achievements.
Crest
The maple tree represents Canadian society, with its leaves indicating a flourishing of new growth. The trunk of the tree, composed of the interlocking shapes in gold and blue, repeats the symbolism of the shield and recalls the goal of working together. Its roots symbolize the strength and supporting work of the RHF.
Supporters
The lion, the emblem of the Governor General, much like the blue and gold, refers to the unique relationship that ties the RHF to the Governor General and the OSGG. The star on the shoulder of the lions refers to the North Star as well as to the ideas of direction and guidance for the RHF. The snowflakes of the coronets symbolize Canada. The base represents the Canadian Shield and the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic oceans that surround Canada. Along with the maple tree of the crest, it indicates the pan-Canadian activities of the RHF.
Motto
Meaning “To gather and inspire,” this Latin phrase summarizes the fundamental goals of the RHF, especially in the promotion of learning, leadership, giving and innovation.
Flag
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Badge
The maple tree represents Canadian society, with its leaves indicating a flourishing of new growth. The trunk of the tree, composed of the interlocking shapes in gold and blue, repeats the symbolism of the shield and recalls the goal of working together. Its roots symbolize the strength and supporting work of the RHF.
Badge
The star evokes the ideas of direction and guidance for the RHF. The interlocking and alternating gold and blue shapes of the branches of the star represent the objective of the RHF to bring together people and organizations.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on November 17, 2018, in Volume 152, page 3858 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Claire Boudreau, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Painter
Eva Pilar-Cass
Calligrapher
Doris Wionzek
Recipient Information
Civil Institution
Non-Profit Organization