Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Coat of Arms of Edmonton

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Coat of Arms of Edmonton

Details
ArmigerEdmonton, Alberta
Adopted1994
Crestfeatures a mace at the very top (the crest) representing Edmonton as Alberta's capital.
EscutcheonThe sun emblazoned on the shield represents Edmonton's above-average amount of sunshine. The city's importance as an aviation and industrial centre is illustrated by a winged wheel. A wavy ribbon symbolises the North Saskatchewan River. A sheaf symbolises agriculture.
SupportersOn the left, a métis explorer, a reminder of the city's fur trading past, looks to the future. On the right, Athena, the goddess of wisdom, represents education and the University of Alberta.
CompartmentThe compartment or base is a simple grassy mount.
MottoIndustry – Integrity – Progress

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