Arms of William Bruce Gillis
Arms of William Bruce Gillis
Blazon
Argent a lymphad Azure sails furled oars in action Argent a pennon from the mainmast Azure and two flags Argent a saltire Azure from staffs fore and aft all flying to the sinister on a chief Azure a mountain cat (Felis concolor) salient grasping between the forepaws a drum Argent;
Symbolism
The ship and the mountain cat are charges frequently encountered in Gillis or Gillies arms, indicating the family’s association with the Clan Macpherson. The ship also symbolizes New Brunswick, Mr. Gillis’s birth province, whose arms feature a similar ship; its blue and white saltire flags recall the flag of Nova Scotia, Mr. Gillis’s home province. The drum honours his position as Drum Sergeant in the bands of the West Nova Scotia Regiment and of Canadian Forces Base Greenwood.
Crest of William Bruce Gillis
Blazon
An eagle displayed Bleu-Celeste grasping in the dexter claw an ansul Argent;
Symbolism
The eagle honours the service of Mr. Gillis’s father in the Royal Canadian Air Force. As the principal charge on the arms of Dalhousie University, it also commemorates Mr. Gillis’s education at and service to the university. The balance, or ansul, symbolizes his membership in the legal profession.
Motto of William Bruce Gillis
Blazon
INTEGRITATE SERVIO;
Symbolism
This Latin phrase means "I serve with integrity".
