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Toronto, Ontario
Grant of Arms and Flag, with differences to Mason Chi Lam Phu and Brady Chi Minh Phu
April 15, 2022
Vol. VIII, p. 87
Arms of Chi Son PhuBlazonGules a leatherback turtle tergiant Or, on a chief dancetty Argent five torteaux; SymbolismRed and white are found on the flag of Canada, Mr. Phu’s country of birth. Gold symbolizes luck, happiness and prosperity. Known for its unusually long annual migrations, the leatherback turtle alludes to the lengthy and arduous journey to Canada made by Mr. Phu’s parents, who were Vietnamese boat people and whose experience shaped his outlook on the world. The migratory behaviour of the leatherback turtle evokes adventures, and thus Mr. Phu’s interest in travelling. The turtle also stands for Kim Quy, one of the four sacred animals of Vietnamese mythology. As such, it symbolizes strength, freedom and peace, which is what Mr. Phu’s family found in Canada. The discs allude to plates and represent his career as a restaurateur and entrepreneur. The jagged line alludes to mountains, making a visual reference to his given name Chi Son, which means “mountain” in Vietnamese. |
CrestBlazonA demi-water buffalo guardant Or accorné and unguled Argent, gorged with a rope pendent therefrom a pair of maple seeds Gules, holding between its forelegs a torteau charged with an ochna integerrima blossom Or; SymbolismIn the Vietnamese zodiac, the water buffalo symbolizes industry and patience, two virtues that Mr. Phu learned from his parents. The yellow mai is the first tree to bloom in Vietnam in spring, when Tet (the new year) is celebrated. The colour of its blossoms brings good luck, and each of their five petals a blessing, which for Mr. Phu are longevity, wealth, peace, health and virtue. The maple seeds represent Mr. Phu’s family as it grows in Canada. |
MottoBlazonTOGETHER ALWAYS AND FOREVER; SymbolismThis phrase serves as a guiding beacon to Mr. Phu and his family. It is a reminder that, no matter what happens in life, they can always count on each other for help. |
Flag of Chi Son PhuBlazonA banner of the Arms; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Differenced Arms for Mason Chi Lam Phu, child of Chi Son PhuBlazonThe Arms of Chi Son Phu debruised of five pine trees couped Gules in place of the torteaux during his father’s lifetime; This individual will ultimately inherit the Arms; SymbolismThe pine trees refer to Mason’s middle name, Lam, which means “forest” in Vietnamese. This is a temporary mark of difference. |
Differenced Arms for Brady Chi Minh Phu, child of Chi Son PhuBlazonThe Arms of Chi Son Phu debruised of five mullets Gules in place of the torteaux; SymbolismThe stars refer to Brady’s middle name Minh, which means "bright" in Vietnamese. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on October 29, 2022 in Volume 156, page 5124 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Fabienne Fusade, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterDesirée Kern CalligrapherLuc Saucier Recipient TypeIndividual |