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House of Assembly
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Confirmation of the right to bear the shield of the arms of Nova Scotia ensigned by the Royal Crown
November 15, 2019
Vol. VII, p. 214
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Blazon
Badge
The shield of the Armorial Bearings of the province of Nova Scotia ensigned by the Royal Crown proper;
Symbolism
Badge
The use of the provincial arms with the Royal Crown indicates the House of Assembly’s role in the government of the province and refers to the connection between the legislature and the Crown.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on March 28, 2020, in Volume 154, page 693 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly.
Painter
David Farrar
Calligrapher
Kathy Feig
Recipient Information
Civil Institution
Government