Heraldic Grants and Registrations

Summary#

This Canada Gazette notice lists a batch of heraldic grants, approvals and registrations recorded by the Canadian Heraldic Authority and entered in the Public Register of Arms, Flags and Badges of Canada. It was published on March 19, 2022 and covers entries dated between October 15, 2021 and March 15, 2022.

What it does#

• Records and announces new and updated heraldic emblems, including grants and registrations of:
  • coats of arms,
  • flags,
  • badges,
  • supporters and badge frames,
  • approvals of badges.
• Shows that the Governor General approved these entries for the national register.
• Lists recipients that range from private individuals to public bodies. Examples in the list include Tax Court of Canada, The Corporation of the Town of Erin, and several badge-frame registrations for the Canadian Armed Forces.
• Also includes the registration of the Canadian Emblem of the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

Who's affected#

• People and families who applied for or received coats of arms, flags or badges.
• Municipalities and public institutions named in the notice (for example, The Corporation of the Town of Erin and Massey College).
• Military units and organizations that use official badges and badge frames (for example, units of the Canadian Armed Forces).
• The general public, mainly as observers—these emblems may appear on buildings, uniforms, seals and publications.

Why it matters#

• These entries are the formal, official record that gives public recognition to an emblem.
• For recipients, the grant or registration is a piece of official identity and heritage. They can use the approved designs in ceremonies, signage and branding.
• For most people this is a routine administrative record with limited immediate impact. It matters more to the named individuals, organizations and communities, and to those interested in heraldry and Canadian symbols.