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Albert James Loof Riley

North Vancouver, British Columbia
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge, with differences to Joseph Michael Riley and Katherine Elizabeth Riley
November 15, 2007
Vol. V, p. 180

Arms of Albert James Loof Riley
Arms of Albert James Loof Riley Arms of Albert James Loof Riley

Arms of Albert James Loof Riley

Blazon

Or a chevron Gules fretty Or between in chief two maple leaves and in base a lymphad Gules;

Symbolism

The design of the arms is based on the arms of the Riley family of Jersey. The chevron symbolizes the eves of a house and alludes to Mr. Riley’s occupation as a construction contractor. It is fretted as a reference to the Loof arms from the Netherlands. The maple leaves represent the Canadian roots of Mr. Riley’s adoptive father, as well as the service of this father in the Canadian Forces. The lymphad appears in the Jersey Riley arms and also alludes to his mother’s surname of Hamilton, since a lymphad appears in the arms of the chief of the clan.

Crest of Albert James Loof Riley

Blazon

An eagle wings displayed Or, standing on a rock Gules;

Symbolism

Mr. Riley operates a company named “Rockridge,” portrayed here by the outcrop of rocks. The eagle has long been a bird of great personal significance to Mr. Riley, suggesting to him freedom, inspiration, and pride.

Motto of Albert James Loof Riley

Blazon

HE ABIDETH ON THE ROCK;

Symbolism

The motto is taken from Job 39:27-29, and it reflects his approach to life and relates to the crest.
Flag of Albert James Loof Riley Flag of Albert James Loof Riley

Flag of Albert James Loof Riley

Blazon

Gules fretty Or a lozenge Gules charged with the Crest;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Badge of Albert James Loof Riley Badge of Albert James Loof Riley

Badge of Albert James Loof Riley

Blazon

An eagle stooping grasping in its claws a ribbon Or inscribed with the Motto in letters Sable;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Differenced Arms for Joseph Michael Riley, son of Albert James Loof Riley Differenced Arms for Joseph Michael Riley, son of Albert James Loof Riley

Differenced Arms for Joseph Michael Riley, son of Albert James Loof Riley

Blazon

The Arms of Albert James Loof Riley debruised of a three-point label Azure; this individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following his or her death;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Differenced Arms for Katherine Elizabeth Riley, daughter of Albert James Loof Riley Differenced Arms for Katherine Elizabeth Riley, daughter of Albert James Loof Riley

Differenced Arms for Katherine Elizabeth Riley, daughter of Albert James Loof Riley

Blazon

The Arms of Albert James Loof Riley with the chevron charged with a heart Or;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 8, 2008 in Volume 142, page 551 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Albert James Loof Riley Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Albert James Loof Riley

Additional Information