Arms of the Town of Gander
Arms of the Town of Gander
Blazon
Argent a hurt surmounted by a Gander (Branta canadensis) volant proper in base two bars wavy Azure;
Symbolism
The gander (male goose) is a canting reference to the town’s name. The disc is a reference to the roundels used in the emblems of the various air forces that have operated out of Gander. At the base of the shield are stylized waves referring both to Gander Lake, for which the town is named, and to the Atlantic Ocean and Gander’s strategic location as a base for transatlantic flights. The dominant colours of the arms, blue and white, represent sky, water and clouds.
Crest of the Town of Gander
Blazon
Rising out of a representation of clouds proper a four bladed aircraft propeller Azure garnished Argent;
Symbolism
The airplane propeller resting on a representation of clouds alludes to the importance of aviation in the development of the community.
Motto of the Town of Gander
Blazon
VOLET GANDER. This Latin phrase means "May Gander fly";
Symbolism
This Latin phrase means “Let Gander fly.” It refers to the town’s link with aviation and invokes the idea of progress and success.
