Badge of The Nova Scotia Highlanders
Badge of The Nova Scotia Highlanders
Blazon
A saltire Argent surmounted by the shield of Arms of the Province of Nova Scotia (Argent on a saltire Azure an escutcheon of the Royal Arms of Scotland) encircled by an annulus Azure fimbriated and inscribed above with the motto SIOL NA FEAR FEARAIL and below with the designation NOVA SCOTIA HIGHLANDERS in letters Or;
Symbolism
The saltire refers to St. Andrew, patron saint of Scotland, while the Arms of Nova Scotia refer to the regiment's home in that province.
Motto of The Nova Scotia Highlanders
Blazon
SIOL NA FEAR FEARAIL;
Symbolism
Meaning "Breed of manly men".
