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Rankin Reginald MacGillivray
Dundas, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge, with differences to Spencer MacGillivray
May 15, 2019
Vol. VII, p. 180
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Blazon
Arms
Azure a snowdrop flower between in each corner a like flower proper;
Crest
A skunk passant reguardant holding a thistle proper;
Motto
MEMENTO VIVERE;
Flag
A pennant Azure in hoist on a square flaunch Argent a skunk sejant guardant holding a snowdrop flower proper;
Badge
On a plate a skunk sejant guardant holding a snowdrop flower proper, all within a belt Azure edged, buckled, its tip adorned with a maple leaf, and inscribed with the Motto in letters Argent;
Differenced Arms for Spencer MacGillivray, child of Rankin Reginald MacGillivray
The Arms of Rankin Reginald MacGillivray within a bordure Argent during his father’s lifetime; This individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following his death;
Symbolism
Arms
For Mr. MacGillivray, the snowdrop, a flower seemingly fragile but in fact quite strong and resilient, symbolizes humility, purity and hope. The arrangement of the flowers in the corners of the shield suggests the idea of a frame or an enclosure, referring to his career in aviation safety and quality control. Their number represents the members of Mr. MacGillivray’s immediate family.
Crest
An animal that is quiet, shy, patient and determined ‒ which are traits of Mr. MacGillivray’s personality ‒ the skunk thus symbolizes discretion, calm assurance and diplomacy. The thistle represents Mr. MacGillivray’s Scottish heritage.
Motto
This Latin phrase, meaning “Remember to live,” indicates the importance of experiences over possessions for Mr. MacGillivray.
Flag
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Badge
The skunk and snowdrop repeat the symbolism of the Arms and Crest. The design of this emblem is a nod to the badge of Clan MacGillivray.
Differenced Arms for Spencer MacGillivray, child of Rankin Reginald MacGillivray
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 December 7, 2019, in Volume 153, page 4267 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Rankin MacGillivray and Samy Khalid, Saguenay Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Painter
Melissa Aberin
Calligrapher
Yolande Lessard
Recipient Information
Individual