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Ottawa, Ontario
Grant of Arms
April 15, 2002
Vol. IV, p. 206
Arms of Anna Grazyna BiolikBlazonGules a lymphad between three maple leaves Argent; SymbolismThe colours are the national colours of Poland and Canada, Dr. Biolik’s birthplace and adopted home. The Korab, or antique galley, is the traditional Polish clan emblem associated with her family. Dr. Biolik’s many contributions to Canada are celebrated through the maple leaves. |
CrestBlazonA demi stag Argent attired, unguled, and gorged with a collar Gules pendent therefrom a torteau charged with a miner's hammer and chisel in saltire Argent; SymbolismThe stag is Dr. Biolik’s favourite animal. The mining hammer and chisel represent her family’s links with mining in Silesia. |
MottoBlazon(in Polish); SymbolismThis Polish phrase means “Faith hope love”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on February 22, 2003 in Volume 137, page 519 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Authority PainterLinda Nicholson CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeIndividual |