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Miramichi Herald, Canadian Heraldic Authority
Ottawa, Ontario
Grant of a Badge of Office
June 15, 2005
Vol. IV, p. 504
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Blazon
Badge
A Mi’kmaq star, being a cross of eight points its limbs Argent, Or, Gules and Sable, double cotised Sable;
Symbolism
Badge
The Mi’kmaq star refers to the name Miramichi, which means “Land of the Mi’kmaq”, and honours the first inhabitants of New Brunswick. The white (north), yellow (east), red (south) and black (west) signify the four sacred directions and human races. The double lines around the star produce the adapted design for use by Miramichi Herald and also recall the porcupine quill decoration used by the Mi’kmaq Nation.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on October 29, 2005, in Volume 139, page 3450 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Original concept of Karine Constantineau, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Painter
Catherine Fitzpatrick
Calligrapher
Nancy Ellis
Recipient Information
Civil Institution
National (Officer)