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The contents of this Register are intended for research purposes only. The heraldic emblems found in the Register may not be reproduced in any form or in any media without the written consent of the Canadian Heraldic Authority and/or the recipient.

Military Personnel Command

Ottawa, Ontario
Confirmation of a Change of Name
December 20, 2024
Vol. VIII, p. 475

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Blazon

Badge

On a plate a Canadian pale Gules overall a winged sea lion passant Or armed and langued Azure holding a torch Or enflamed proper, all within the Badge Frame for Commands;

Motto

PERSONNEL;

Symbolism

Badge

Red and white are the national colours of Canada. The lion with wings and a fish tail represents the land, air and sea components of the Canadian Armed Forces, while the torch represents the Command’s mission to educate and guide military personnel.

Motto

PERSONNEL.

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)
Not available

Painter
* Not applicable / Sans objet

Calligrapher
* Not applicable / Sans objet

Recipient Information

Military Institution

The recipient’s emblems were originally recorded in the name of Assistant Deputy Minister (Personnel) in the Public Register of Arms, Flags and Badges of Canada, Volume II, page 420, 1 February 1994.