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Blazon

Argent a raven Sable grasping in the dexter talon a miner's powder knife Or.
(Glossary of Heraldic Terms)

Significance

Ravens are familiar ornithological residents of Yellowknife, while the miner's powder knife in the raven's right talon symbolizes gold mining, one of the major industries in the area, as well as the ship's defensive capability.

Remarks

Kingston Class Maritime Defence Vessel

Motto

IN ARDUA NITOR (I endeavour in difficulties)

Colours

Black and Yellow

Battle Honours

None

References

The Insignia and Lineages of the Canadian Forces Volume 2, Part 1 Extant Commissioned Ships, Directorate of History and Heritage, January 1, 2001.