- The Governor General of Canada
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Canada School of Public Service
Ottawa, Ontario
Confirmation of Arms
June 15, 2004
Vol. IV, p. 381
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Blazon
Arms
Lozengy Gules and Argent, a lozenge Argent charged with a maple leaf Gules;
Crest
Issuant from a circlet of maple leaves Gules alternating with fleurs-de-lis Argent, a demi lion Or holding between its paws an open book Argent, edged Or, bound Gules;
Motto
TRADITION • EXCELLENCE;
Symbolism
Arms
The lozenges in the shield represent the complex interactions that characterize human relationships, and the management grid. The maple leaf on the large lozenge represents the School itself, an institution at the heart of the grid, indicating its role in the development of public management in Canada. Red and white are Canada’s national colours.
Crest
The wreath is decorated with maple leaves and fleurs-de-lis honouring Canada’s heritage and the presence of French traditions in Canadian management. The lion holds a book of learning, thus symbolizing alertness, strength and courage, as well as studiousness and the presence of British traditions in Canadian administration.
Motto
It expresses, in both official languages, a foundation on which to build service.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on March 12, 2005, in Volume 139, page 689 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority
Painter
Eva Pilar-Cass
Calligrapher
Nancy Ellis
Recipient Information
Civil Institution
Federal Agency
One or more entries related to this Recipient's emblems appear elsewhere in the Register: Volume IV, p. 92.