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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.

City of Saskatoon

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Registration of Arms and Flag
June 20, 2025
Vol. VIII, p. 387

Click on each image to enlarge. The blazon and symbolism for each element will accompany the enlarged image.

Blazon

Flag

Or six bars Argent, adextré Vert a sprig of Saskatoon berry fructed proper, overall on a plate surmounting the partition line the Achievement of Arms proper;

Arms

Per chevron Vert and Or, in chief an open book Argent bound Sable and a cogwheel Argent surmounted by an ear of wheat Or, in base a cross and saltire Sable surmounted by a pellet all voided Or;

Crest

A lion passant guardant Or holding a sprig of Saskatoon berry fructed Vert;

Motto

COMMERCE • INDUSTRY • EDUCATION;

Symbolism

Flag

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.

Arms

Green and gold recall the city’s agricultural origins, respectively evoking the growing and harvesting of crops. The white book on a green field is taken from the arms of the University of Saskatchewan, highlighting the connection between the city and its academic seat. The cogwheel and ear of wheat indicate local industries that are predominantly linked with agriculture. The black parallel lines radiating from a hub symbolize the importance of Saskatoon as a railway and distribution centre. The central golden disc (or coin) marks its commercial importance.

Crest

The lion is borrowed from the arms of the province. It holds a sprig of Saskatoon berries, a local fruit whose Cree name gave its name to the city.

Motto

COMMERCE • INDUSTRY • EDUCATION.

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 A.L.C. Atkinson (Arms, 1949).

Painter
* Not applicable / Sans objet

Calligrapher
* Not applicable / Sans objet

Recipient Information

Civil Institution
Government