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Mountain View, Alberta
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badges, with differences to László Vitéz Orbán-Imreh and Margit Margaret Orbán-Imreh
January 15, 2025
Vol. VIII, p. 343
Arms of László István Orbán-ImrehBlazonAzure a pallet wavy Or between two horses forcene respectant Argent, in dexter chief a mullet of eight points and in sinister chief a decrescent Or; SymbolismA blue field, a star and a crescent moon are elements that are traditionally used by the Hungarian Székely community worldwide, thereby honouring Mr. Orbán-Imreh’s origins and his wife’s many Székely ancestors. Blue also alludes to his home province of Alberta, which is often referred to as “Big sky country,” while also alluding to his environmental consciousness by symbolizing clean air and rivers, and Canada’s natural integrity. Meanwhile, the star and moon further symbolize the night sky in southern Alberta, and their combination with the wavy band reminds Mr. Orbán-Imreh of the Milky Way. Moreover, the wavy band also represents the old Cowboy Trail (Highway 22), which briefly crosses through his property. The two horses represent the two sides of his family – his Orbán and Imreh lineages – as well as his own two horses. |
CrestBlazonA demi-lion queue-fourché Or grasping a sword proper transfixing a heart Gules and issuant from a circlet of maple leaves proper and wild roses Argent; SymbolismThe lion, a traditional symbol of strength and nobility of purpose, represents Mr. Orbán-Imreh’s grandfather, who gave his life fighting for democracy, freedom and human rights in Central Europe, values to which Mr. Orbán-Imreh is himself committed. The heart embodies his love for his mother and for the place he grew up, the site of many of his childhood memories. The maple leaves and wild roses represent his country and province of residence respectively, as well as the region where he lives, which is known as the “Crown of the Continent.” |
MottoBlazonPATRIA ET CORONA; SymbolismThese Latin words, meaning “Homeland and Crown,” embody Mr. Orbán-Imreh’s patriotism and his support for the monarchy. |
Flag of László István Orbán-ImrehBlazonAzure a pallet wavy Or between two horses forcene respectant Argent; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of László István Orbán-ImrehBlazonA lion rampant queue-fourché Or grasping a sword proper; SymbolismThe symbolism of the lion and sword repeat that of the Crest. |
Badge of László István Orbán-ImrehBlazonA swan Argent displayed issuant from a coronet of strawberry leaves Vert; SymbolismThe swan and the coronet refer to Mr. Orbán-Imreh’s wife Anna. Additionally, the swan is his daughter’s favourite animal. The coronet further alludes to a heraldic emblem used by his Imreh grandmother. |
Differenced Arms for László Vitéz Orbán-Imreh, child of László István Orbán-ImrehBlazonThe Arms of László István Orbán-Imreh debruised of a three-point label Argent during his father’s lifetime; This individual will ultimately inherit the Arms; SymbolismThe three-point label is a traditional heraldic symbol to designate the eldest child and heir to the Arms. |
Differenced Arms for Margit Margaret Orbán-Imreh, child of László István Orbán-ImrehBlazonThe Arms of László István Orbán-Imreh debruised in honour point of a heart Gules; SymbolismBlue, gold and red allude to the main colours of the arms of Transylvania, from where many of Margit Orbán-Imreh’s ancestors originate. The heart repeats the symbolism of the Crest. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationSince 2023, grants, registrations and approvals of heraldic emblems are no longer announced in the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of László István Orbán-Imreh, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterIlona Jurkiewicz CalligrapherKathy Feig Recipient TypeIndividual |