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Vancouver, British Columbia
Grant of Arms, Supporters, Flag and Badge
October 20, 2005
Vol. V, p. 4
Arms of R.C. Purdy Chocolates Ltd.BlazonRustré Or and Purpure; SymbolismThe design represents a box of chocolates as viewed from above. As well, it symbolizes the idea of expanding horizons and outreach of products if one imagines the design continuing beyond the boundaries of the shield. Purple and gold are the firm’s colours, made famous through their use on chocolate boxes. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a coronet of maple leaves Or, a cocoa tree Purpure leaved Vert fructed Or; SymbolismThe maple leaves symbolize Purdy’s as a Canadian enterprise. New growth and the source for raw chocolate are represented through the cocoa tree which is shown with its fruit, the cocoa pods. |
MottoBlazonQUALITY • TRUST • TRADITION; SymbolismNot applicable |
SupportersBlazonOn a grassy mound Vert two reindeer Or each gorged with a ribbon Purpure; SymbolismThe reindeer allude to the festive season when demand for the company’s products is greatest. |
Flag of R.C. Purdy Chocolates Ltd.BlazonA banner of the Arms; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of R.C. Purdy Chocolates Ltd.BlazonOn a lozenge Purpure a cocoa pod Or; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on July 8, 2006 in Volume 140, page 2040 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 PainterEva Pilar-Cass CalligrapherNancy Ellis Recipient TypeCivil Institution |