
Russell Township's Coat of Arms - Russell, Ontario
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N 45° 16.054 W 075° 18.321
18T E 476046 N 5012719
This Coat of Arms is located on the front of the Russell municipal building in Russell, Ontario.
Waymark Code: WMDTW5
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 02/24/2012
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A description of Russell Township's Coat of Arms reads as follows:
"The beaver is a representative emblem of the people of the municipality; symbol of dynamism and ardeous work.
The Two Trilliums symbolise the English and French cultures of Ontario. The Fleur de lys represents the francophone people which is the larger population group in the municipality.
The Barn in the center of the crest, is the significant theme and symbolises the farming community of the municipality.
The Water Waves at the bottom of the coat of arms represent the three branches of the Castor river which crosses the municipality.
The motto Pax et Prosperitas is Latin for "Peace and Prosperity"
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