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Vancouver, British Columbia
Grant of Arms
July 15, 2003
Vol. IV, p. 295
Arms of Misao BattsBlazonAzure a wreath of artichoke leaves enclosing a quill pen and a paintbrush in saltire Or; SymbolismThe wreath of artichoke leaves, based on Dr. Batts’s mother’s family emblem that she has used for several years, represents her mother’s Asian heritage and her own work as an artist. Her poetry is represented by the quill pen, while the paintbrush symbolizes her accomplishments as a painter. |
CrestBlazonOn barry wavy Azure and Argent issuant from a coronet the upper rim set with fish hauriant respectant Or, a demi cat affronty Azure embellished, winged and playing a flute Or; SymbolismThe wavy bands symbolize the ocean near Dr. Batts’s residence. The coronet of fish refers to Pisces, her astrological sign. Her favourite animal is the cat, whose wings here are an allusion to bat wings and hence to her name. The flute refers to Dr. Batts’s love of music. |
MottoBlazonFIDUS TIBI; SymbolismMeaning “True unto yourself”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on December 20, 2003 in Volume 137, page 3982 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority PainterDebra MacGarvie CalligrapherJudith Bainbridge Recipient TypeIndividual |