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Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault
Lévis, Quebec
Grant of Arms and Badge, with differences to Maxandre Vigneault, Marianne Vigneault and Floranne Vigneault
May 15, 2024
Vol. VIII, p. 278
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Blazon
Arms
Azure a lynx’s face Argent jessant of a grapevine eradicated fructed of three bunches of grapes Or;
Crest
A three-masted schooner Or sails unfurled Argent;
Motto
ARDEUR ET COURAGE;
Badge
A bunch of grapes Azure slipped and leaved Argent environed by eight chess-rooks bases inwards Or;
Differenced Arms for Maxandre Vigneault, child of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault
The Arms of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault debruised of a three-point label Argent during his father’s lifetime; This individual will ultimately inherit the Arms;
Differenced Arms for Marianne Vigneault, child of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault
The Arms of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault within a bordure Or;
Differenced Arms for Floranne Vigneault, child of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault
The Arms of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault within a bordure Argent;
Symbolism
Arms
Blue and gold are the colours of Royal France and thus reflect the French origins of Mr. Vigneault’s family, while blue and white are the colours of the flag of Quebec and indicate that the family is now established in this province. The lynx, known for its keen vision, symbolizes insight and discernment. Echoing his family name, the uprooted but fertile vine evokes the thread of his family history, from his Acadian ancestors, who preserved their culture in spite of deportations, to his three children and future generations.
Crest
The schooner represents the Saint-Jacques, chartered by Mr. Vigneault’s ancestor, Jacques Vigneau, to bring several Acadian families back to French territory and to settle Miquelon Island in 1763.
Motto
These French words, meaning “Passion and courage,” serve as an inspiration for Mr. Vigneault while also paying tribute to his ancestors, who faced great hardships.
Badge
The vine and grapes repeat the symbolism of the arms. For Mr. Vigneault, the towers symbolize the courage needed to start over, and they commemorate the efforts of his ancestor, Jacques Vigneau, to defend the Fortress of Louisbourg during the Seven Years’ War. Their number represents the great migrations, deportations and expulsions that his family has endured throughout history.
Differenced Arms for Maxandre Vigneault, child of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Differenced Arms for Marianne Vigneault, child of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Differenced Arms for Floranne Vigneault, child of Mathieu Roland Joseph Vigneault
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 January 1, 1900, in Volume 0, page 0 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Fabienne Fusade, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Painter
Ilona Jurkiewicz
Calligrapher
Luc Saucier
Recipient Information
Individual