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Ottawa, Ontario
Registration of a Badge
June 15, 1992
Vol. II, p. 175
Badge of the Canadian Coast GuardBlazonOn an oval Argent a maple leaf Gules impaling Azure two dolphins naiant Or the lower one contourné the whole within a rope knotted at the base also Or and ensigned by a representation the Royal Crown proper; SymbolismThis emblem, which was approved before 1961, combines the red and white colours of Canada with the blue of waterways. The maple leaf evokes Canada and the dolphins represent the ships that ply the coasts of Canada. As well, dolphins are regarded as ancient talismans and helpers of all mariners. The crown represents service to the Sovereign. |
MottoBlazonSALUTI PRIMUM AUXILIO SEMPER; SymbolismMeaning “Safety first, service always”, the motto expresses the Coast Guard philosophy. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on July 25, 1992 in Volume 126, page 2304 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of the Canadian Coast Guard and Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterJoan Bouwmeester CalligrapherJoan Bouwmeester Recipient TypeCivil Institution
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