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Canadian Heraldic Authority

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PAGE of HAND DRAWN COATS of ARMS by CANADIAN HERALDIC ARTIST A. SCOTT CARTER.

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The Canadian Heraldic Authority is part of the Canadian honours system under the Canadian monarch, whose authority is exercised by the Governor General of Canada. The authority is responsible for the creation and granting of new coats of arms, flags, and badges for Canadian citizens, government agencies, municipal, civic and other corporate bodies. The authority also registers existing armorial bearings granted by other recognized heraldic authorities, approves military badges, flags, and other insignia of the Canadian Forces, and provides information on heraldic practices.
  • History 

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  • Obtaining arms 

  • Coat of arms of the CHA