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Brooklin, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge, with differences to Leila Nihaal Kaur White and Amane Saihaj Kaur White
January 15, 2016
Vol. VI, p. 582
Arms of Robert Hector WhiteBlazonArgent a pall and an orle wavy Gules, overall a torteau; SymbolismThe predominant colour of the shield is emblematic of Mr. White’s name. Symbolizing purity, it also represents his service and kindness for others. The three branches of the Y shape allude to Mr. White’s wife and their two daughters. The disc in the centre refers to him and the central place of volunteerism in his life, while the branches allude to its positive effects spreading to all parts of society – represented by the border – and beyond. |
CrestBlazonA gyrfalcon close proper holding in its dexter claw a banyan tree Argent set with three maple leaves Gules; SymbolismThe gyrfalcon, known for its vigilance and acuity of sight, represents leadership and thus Mr. White’s position as chancellor of the Priory of Canada of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem. The banyan symbolizes constant growth and renewal, two qualities Mr. White has maintained throughout his life. The maple leaves growing on it are a reference to his Canadian heritage. |
MottoBlazonPRODESSE ARDENTER; SymbolismMeaning “To serve passionately”, this Latin phrase describes Mr. White’s philosophy and long volunteering experience. |
Flag of Robert Hector WhiteBlazonA guidon, the Arms in hoist, the fly Gules charged with the Crest; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of Robert Hector WhiteBlazonA lozenge nowy Gules charged with a lyre Argent; SymbolismThe lyre is indicative of Mr. White’s love of music. For him, it is a symbol of contemplation and harmony. |
Differenced Arms for Leila Nihaal Kaur White, daughter of Robert Hector WhiteBlazonThe Arms of Robert Hector White debruised of a three-point label Or during her father’s lifetime; This individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following his death; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Differenced Arms for Amane Saihaj Kaur White, daughter of Robert Hector WhiteBlazonThe Arms of Robert Hector White with the orle in the Arms compony-counter-compony Or and Gules; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on October 22, 2016 in Volume 150, page 3149 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Samy Khalid, Saguenay Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterD. Robert Tunstall CalligrapherLuc Saucier Recipient TypeIndividual |