Grand Treasurer: The Chevalier Amerigo Sordi, KGCStG e: grand.treasurer@orderstgeorge.ca

Grand Commander: The Chevalier David R. Clark, KCStG e: grand.commander@orderstgeorge.ca

Chief Herald: The Chevalier Robbie D. Sprules, Lord of Wrentnall, OHG, KGCStG e: chief.herald@orderstgeorge.ca

Foundation Chair:

The Chevalier Thomas W. Meredith, KCStG e: foundation.chair@orderstgeorge.ca

Operations:

The Chevalier David M. Cvet, KLW, KCStG (Deputy Chief Herald) e: deputy.chief.herald@orderstgeorge.ca

Public Relations & Communications: The Chevalier Gordon A. Haugh, KStG e: pr@orderstgeorge.ca

Judiciary:

The Chevalier Michael White, KCStG e: judiciary@orderstgeorge.ca

Editor’s Note On behalf of the OStG, I would like to encourage members to submit any newsworthy material which describe significant appointments, awards or honours received. This would be of interest to the membership and would be included in an issue of The Knightly Herald and, if permission is granted, on the Order’s web site as well.

Thank you The Chevalier David M. Cvet, KLW, KCStG

Acting Editor e: editor@orderstgeorge.ca

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Patron:

General Rick Hillier, CMM, MSC, CD (Rtd), KGCStG

Vice-Patron:

General Lewis MacKenzie OC, CM, O Ont, MSC & Bar, CD (Rtd), KGCStG

Grand Master:

The Chevalier Gareth J. Green, CD, KGCStG e: grand.master@orderstgeorge.ca

Grand Chancellor:

The Chevalier Gerard A. Nudds, KGCStG e: grand.chancellor@orderstgeorge.ca

Grand Secretary: The Chevalier Knox M. Henry, KStG e: grand.secretary@orderstgeorge.ca

Chevalier Gordon Haugh, KStG Public Relations & Communications Gord is Chairman of the Board of Community Living, South-Muskoka, a non-profit registered charity with a budget of 8.5 million dollars which supports almost 400 developmentally challenged individuals in Muskoka.

Letters

Chevalier Roy Eappen, KStG Roy is a member of the Order’s Founder Command. He is an Endocrinologist at St. Mary’s Hospital in Montreal and an assistant professor of Medicine at McGill University.

Chevalier Lawrence R. Vaughan, KStG Larry was invested on June 4, 2011 at the investiture ceremony in Ottawa at St. Bartholomew’s Church. He is Vice President of Ground Aerial Maintenance Services Ltd.

Chevalier David Birtwistle, KStG Pursuivant Gules, Office of Heralds David has 30 years experience as a social worker in child welfare agencies including “Sick Kids” Hospital in Toronto before retiring in 2000.

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Content

2 Contributors 3 Message from the Grand Master 4 Letters 7 Chronicles (a collection of articles

communicating to the membership, the various activities, developments and events with respect to the Order of St. George)

10 Feature Articles 11 Dragon Rampant (Articles

authored by the Order’s Heralds, discussing various subjects related to ceremony, protocol, heraldry such as accoutrements, emblems, armorial bearings, etc.)

13 Semé de Mots (An heraldic term to denote variations or patterns of words)

Features

9 Our Canadian Forces: A Broad Reach – a Dual Role A close and personal perspective on the duality of Canadian Forces, that of warrior and that of diplomat. By the Chevalier Justin Fogarty, KGCStG

Our Contributors

Chevalier Justin Fogarty, KGCStG Mr. Fogarty is an Honorary Lieutenant Colonel of the 763 Signals Regiment (Ottawa). He is a member of the board of directors of the Canadian Defence Association Institute, and an officer of the Order of St. Lazarus.

Chevalier Steven Johnson, KStG Pursuivant Vert, Office of Heralds Steve has been interested in heraldry since secondary school and even wrote a term paper on the subject for a sociology class. He has an interest in the application of heraldic symbolism in the military.

recipient of the 2012 Bear Hackle Award and many congratulations to him. I must thank Gerry Nudds and Joe Varner personally for their efforts on making this event possible. 18 members of the Order were present on this occasion and photographs by the Chevalier William Durrant and Dr. Barbara Ozog have memorialized the occasion. So far eleven members of the Order have received this very prestigious and rare award. If you have been a recipient of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal please let us know so that your name may be included in our Honour Roll.

On the 22nd May 2012, The Grand Chancellor and his wife Marcia together with myself were invited by the Prime Minister of Canada, The Right Honourable Stephen Harper, to attend a Military Muster at Fort York Armoury in the presence of Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall. This was a spectacular event in commemoration of the War of 1812. The Armoury was packed with the Great and the Good. The day was extremely hot but any discomfort was laid aside by the sight of the military marching bands, the regiments on parade and the inclusion of representatives of the Inuit and 1812 re-enactors. A wonderful afternoon - with many members of the Order present, in their other capacities of serving members and honourary members of our Canadian Armed Forces and Government.

The Grand Chancellor, The Chevalier Gerry Nudds, has, as usual, been working very hard on the programme and preparation of the Order of Service for the upcoming Investiture Ceremony due to take place over the weekend of 12th and 13th of October 2012. You should all, by now, have received your official invitation to this ceremony, and if you have not replied to the Grand Secretary with your intentions etc, I would please urge you to do so at your earliest convenience. Without any exaggeration, I can promise you another spectacular event in the annals of our Order. We have been offered superior hosting by the Prince Hotel in Toronto with exceptional room rates. When booking, please refer to the Order of St. George. 3

A Message from the Grand Master "My Dear Friends. At the outset, please let me remind you to make regular visits to our website at www.orderstgeorge.ca. The site is full of information that is regularly updated and the photographic section now allows you to view, and order, photographs from past events and investitures. This site is a very important tool for the Order, but it appears that not many of our members make regular use of it. Please do so, as it will keep you up to date with what is happening, who is doing what, who is going where and why some members are representing the Order at various events. So please, keep the web site in view at www.orderstgeorge.ca

The first day of summer has just passed and what a summer it has been so far. The weather has been glorious and I was looking forward with much anticipation, to putting my new garden furniture out on the patio. This I did, and I looked with pride at the love seat and two arm chairs and coffee table with the really bright floral pattern cushions. Little thought did I give to the new puppy that I took possession of in January of this year. Penny is her name and she is a Rottie. I love her to death. Needless to say, my new garden furniture is no longer new, as Penny has taken a delight in chewing the bamboo work to pieces and some of the bright floral cushions have no internal stuffing left in them any more!!!!! The delights of being a pet owner.

From reading this issue of the Knightly Herald, you will readily see that members of the Governing Council have been working diligently on your behalf and have been able to attend many events of a significant nature so far in 2012. I will not comment on these as the subsequent articles speak for themselves. However, I will say that being presented with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal by the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence during the Annual Bear Hackle Award Dinner of the 78th Fraser Highlanders - York Garrison, at the Albany Club in Toronto, on 11th May 2012, was a great highlight in my life. Peter was the

Our commitment to the Afghanistan Repatriation Memorial continues and the Chief Herald represented the Order at the sod turning ceremony of the monument which took place in Quinte West in June 2012. Full information regarding this ceremony is included in the article penned by our ARM Committee Chair - The Chevalier Robbie Sprules. May I wish you all a very enjoyable summer and as always I confirm my continued commitment to you and our Order in the office of Grand Master.”

I am committed to serve you as your Grand Master for as long as is possible and you have my word that I will always strive to serve you……..

In The Spirit Of St. George Pray For Those Who Serve and Those At Home Who Wait Gareth Grand Master

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Letters Dear Fellow Knights and Dames, I have been a member of this order from almost the very beginning. I was knighted at the second investiture 9 years ago. I have watched with pride and happiness as our order has grown. I am very proud of our charitable work with the military families’ fund. I am proud of our links to Her Majesty's Canadian Forces. I am very pleased that we will honour Our Sovereign Lady on the Occasion of her Diamond Jubilee this year.

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Some members of the Order attended a very convivial Garden Party hosted by The Chevalier Peter Liddle and Doctor Barbara Ozog at Peter's residence in Mississauga on the 3rd of June 2012. This was to commemorate the weekend of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and in particular, the lighting of beacons which was to take place across the UK on the 4th of June. It was a memorable occasion for Peter in particular, as an official beacon was to be lite in his home seat of Gilsland - of which he is the Baron - and he wanted to replicate this event by lighting a beacon in his own garden grounds. Thank you Peter and Barbara for a very enjoyable afternoon in good company and friends. The progress of our Grant of Arms continues in a very positive manner as has been relayed to me by our Chief Herald - The Chevalier Robbie Sprules. May I respectfully remind you to inform your local commander, and/or our Grand Secretary of any changes in your contact details so that we may update our data base accordingly. This year we will welcome 34 new members into our Order. This will include our new Dean of the Order, Brigadier General The Venerable Karl McLean, CD, QHC, BA, MDiv, DD the Chaplain General of the Canadian Armed Forces. We are honoured that General McLean has agreed to become a member of our Order. Other luminaries include senior serving and retired officers of the Canadian Armed Forces, senior members of the legal, medical and academic professions, business and entrepreneurial members and prominent members of our communities across Canada and in the USA. Please make every effort to attend this ninth anniversary ceremony in support of our new postulants. All postulants and members are encouraged to bring along as many members of their family and friends to witness this spectacular event filled with pomp and circumstance that will carry lifelong memories for all those attending.

an extended family, where we extend a greater level of trust in each other much in the same way as would brother and sister.

I was fortunate to be invited to the Niagara Summit that took place in April and I was able to witness this exact philosophy. Through lively discussion and respectful disagreement our Order grew exponentially this year. We have now become a working Order. This is not to say that there were not any growing pains, and that’s not to imply that there won’t be any more. A client of mine once told me that if he had two staff members that both agreed with each other all of the time, that he most likely didn’t need one of them. Disagreement is good. It forces us to stop and think, and rethink. The best solutions come from the boiling down of good ideas. This reduction then becomes the life blood of the Order.

It is through active involvement in the Order that the Order will continue to grow. It’s through this same involvement that I am also sure will help us also to grow as Knights and Dames. So when you hear of Commandry meetings make an effort to attend and grow the relationships that will undoubtedly make us stronger. I have missed two of the Niagara meetings and truly feel that I have missed out on an opportunity to personally grow with in the Order.

The Toronto Investiture is coming up this October and I hope everyone will make every reasonable effort to attend. I know it felt great to have the support of the Knights and Dames

when I was knighted, so try to be there to help welcome the newest members of our family into the Order in Toronto. At the end of the day we will only get out an equal measure of what we put in.

For those of you that are concerned about my personal well being, well you can rest easy. I have invested heavily in home exercise equipment and I hope to start training again soon. I only have to get my laundry off of the weight machines.

Faithfully yours, In the Order of St George.

Chevalier Lawrence R. Vaughan, KStG

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My compliments to our leadership and to all of you. It is wonderful to make new friends and the Order has given me the opportunity to make many new friends. We need to expand our circle so that we can do even greater things in the future.

Sincerely Chevalier Roy Eappen, KStG

Dear Fellow Knights and Dames,

About a year ago I bought a membership for a health club. They gave me a card with a magnetic strip so that I could train any time 24/7. I came home and put the card on my fridge door, to remind me to go and as a deterrent not to open the fridge. Apparently neither worked.

I got on the scales the other day and was astonished at the speed in which the dial spun around only slowing down just before it completed its second lap. I had not lost a single pound and the only conclusion I could possibly draw is that this must be the worst health club imaginable. I took my pristine membership card and the renewal notice and threw them both in the garbage.

The lack of participation on my part resulted in a very undesirable result. The cost of membership and not achieving the desired end result causes us to put blame elsewhere and usually that blame falls on the institution. I know I am rarely at fault, so by default, it must be the health club. This can happen with the Order as well. We all attended an absolutely beautiful investiture ceremony. We all have received our regalia and Order. We are all referred to as Knights and Dames. But what happens after the Investiture? What happens when we hang up our fighting habit and put our Order away? We must remain engaged or else we will not get any benefit out of membership. Participation isn’t mandatory nor should it be. We must work at being a Knight of a Dame every day just like we work at developing a relationship or losing weight. Some might say that belonging to the Order is like belonging to

nobility, our inner and outward chivalric nature. I am sure that the Chief Herald of our Order and his heralds would be more than happy to assist you in this endeavour.

Before I close, there are actually eleven armigers, my good wife, Joanne Avery, a postulant, has not yet posted her arms (my job, I suspect!).

Chevalier David Birtwistle, KStG Pursuivant Gules

Editor’s Response to Jacquie Perrin’s Letter, Knightly Herald, Vol8 No1

Dear Jacquie,

You raised an issue with respect to the Order’s decoration for Dames. I assure you, that your comments have been discussed but admittedly, there are no alternate designs being contemplated at this time. However, one suggestion that appears to be viable is to pin the bow through a small square shaped, light-weight plastic on the inside of the garment which has two holes to allow the pin through. This in effect, distributes the weight more evenly on the garment. If I may, the design and weight of the Order’s female decoration is relatively consistent with other Orders, for example, the badge for a female Officer of the Order of Canada as in the depiction below left.

The Queen of Canada, Elizabeth II on the right, is pictured here wearing her insignias as Sovereign of the Order of Canada and of the Order of Military Merit.

Chevalier David M. Cvet, KLW, KCStG Deputy Chief Herald & Acting Editor

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Dear Editor. I am indeed looking forward with great anticipation to the granting of armorials to our Order. Of course, I have somewhat of a bias in this, being one of the Order’s Pursuivant Gules (junior herald and dogsbody – “Gules” being heraldic red, and red in the face from running around at the Chief Herald’s commands, no doubt) and an armiger to boot! More on that later. We are styled “Knights” and “Dames” in our Order and are directed to conduct ourselves in the modern manner with regards to chivalry and like- minded morals, ethics and behaviour. In meeting many of our members, I have indeed been met with such a level of social and professional behaviour that would gladden the hearts of our predecessors whom we espouse regarding knightly conduct. On the subject of knights and dames, notwithstanding chivalric conduct under our code, I note that there are only ten armigers in our Order, or perhaps I should say that only ten coats of arms have been registered, and four of those are your heralds! Historically, knights and dames in society would be armigers by status of their positions and title. From my perspective, (you will remember my earlier reference to “Bias”) I would put it to you that if we feel and believe that our Order should have a corporate coat of arms, which is an honour in itself, then I believe that as individual knights and dames, each of us ought to at least give due consideration to pursuing a grant of arms from the Canadian Heraldic Authority, or the authority governing your citizenship. Each member of our Order is a member by right of having contributed to society already and continues to do so through various works. Each one of us has been successful in our profession or calling to be able to give to others and support various causes in our society, both military and socially. Each one of us is a knight or dame in our conduct. This is part of the beliefs and values of the Order. As we are already chivalrous in conduct, let us become chivalrous in our personal ensigns, the outward signs of our inner nobility, our inner

It was especially gratifying to see many of the Order’s recently appointed Sunnybrook “Field Knights and Dames” in attendance. Events such as this are precious fleeting opportunities for us to recognize the outstanding contributions made by this dwindling group of proud Canadian veterans. Strategic Planning Conference April 20-22, 2012 - Chevalier Gordon A. Haugh, KStG

The Order’s first strategic planning conference scheduled on the weekend of Apr 20-22 revealed the wide-spread interest and dedication of the members of the Order. The conference was held at the quaint Old Stone Inn in Niagara Falls, beginning with the meet-and-greet Friday evening. This casual gathering of approximately 30 people created numerous opportunities to re-acquaint members with other members while enjoying the buffet and adult libations. There were numerous collections of individuals all engaged in intense and fascinating discussions on their favourite subject, that is, the Order.

The following day, the spouses had the opportunity to enjoy the local winery and shopping which from all accounts was deemed as thoroughly enjoyable. While the spouses were out enjoying the area, the rest of the members attended the conference. The day began with welcome remarks from our Grand Master, followed by a presentation of the new organizational structure of the Order by the Grand Chancellor.

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Chronicles Sunnybrook Veterans New Year Levee January 1, 2012

New Year’s Day was made a little brighter for some of Canada’s most senior veterans as several members of our Order, along with members of the 32 Service Battalion Support Group, gathered at the veteran’s wing of Sunnybrook Hospital to partake in a New Year’s Levee.

The large lounge area was at capacity with barely room for another wheelchair or supportive family member as the festivities were launched with greetings from our Grand Master, Gareth Green. Our Grand Chancellor, Gerry Nudds, who is Honorary Colonel of 32 Service Battalion, added his best wishes and garnered an enthusiastic response for the afternoon’s entertainment highlight, which was a performance by the 32 Service Battalion Pipes and Drums. The band played two rousing sets, and in what is now becoming a tradition, the pipe major dedicated a solo number to one of Sunnybrook’s female veterans who is celebrating her 102nd year!

It was clear that all those in attendance demonstrated great care and interest in seeing that the Order continues to grow and evolve, and appreciated the opportunity for their input to this process. The Order is considering scheduling such a conference annually.

About the author: The Chevalier Gordon A. Haugh, KStG was recently appointed head of a new organizational structure, Public Relations and Communications. Gordon is now a member of the Governing Council. He is an independent Public Relations/Public Affairs consultant having worked for the Canadian Manufacturers Association, Workers Compensation Board and various commissions. He has provided advice and counsel to Cabinet Ministers and has been involved with several election campaigns. He is presently chairman of the Board of Community Living, South-Muskoka. Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal Presentation to the Grand Master May 11, 2012 On the evening of Friday 11th May 2012, eighteen members of the Order of St. George were among the guests gathered at the Albany Club in Toronto to attend the annual Bear Hackle Award Dinner hosted by the 78th Fraser Highlanders - York Garrison. This year’s recipient of the award was the Honourable Peter MacKay, PC, QC, MP, Minister of National Defence.

The Honourable Peter MacKay, PC, QC, MP pinning the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal onto the Grand Master, Chevalier Gareth J. Green, KGCStG.

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It was clear that the Order continues to grow and evolve as the organizational structure depicted a maturing of the governance of the Order with portions highlighting important corporate activities such as operations and public relations. This invoked many questions by the attendees which was the point of the conference, to solicit input, comments and suggestions from the members.

Other presentations included reports and presentations on the Foundation, the Chief Herald on the status of the Order’s petition for arms and its impact on the Order with respect to the Regalia and ceremonial, financial reports, Public Relations (communications and media relations) and Technologies (website, blog, members only area, online resources) employed by the Order.

The conference was concluded with a general question and answer period, whereby each attendee in turn was asked to provide their final question directed to one or more members of the Governing Council. The excellent questions invoked lively discussion. This was followed with closing remarks from the Grand Master.

A reception was held after the conference followed by a lovely dinner and cash bar at the Inn.

The general consensus was that the conference was a great forum for members to learn about the activities and projects within the Order, and to present their thoughts and input to the activities and development of the Order.

Afghanistan Repatriation Memorial Sod Turning in Quinte West June 18, 2012 - Chevalier Robbie Sprules, KGCStG, Lord of Wrentnall

On 18 June 2012 the Chevalier Robbie Sprules KGCStG, Lord of Wrentnall, Chairman of the Afghanistan Repatriation Memorial, was invited to attend the sod turning in Quinte West for the Memorial. The event was hosted by His Worship John Williams, Mayor of Quinte West. Also in attendance were Colonel Sean Friday CD, Wing Commander at CFB Trenton, and Wing Chief Warrant Officer Sandor Gyuk. Both the Mayor and the Wing Commander thanked the Order of St. George for their support, noting that the Order was among the very first to step up and make a significant donation. The Order of St. George has committed funds to the Memorial. Several family members of fallen soldiers were in attendance and the first to set spade to earth for the beginning of construction.

L-R: John R Williams, Mayor, City of Quinte West, ARM Committee member Hugh O’Neil, Col. Sean Friday CD, Kathy Bulger (mother of fallen solder Nick Bulger), Darlene Cushman (mother of fallen soldier Trooper Darryl Caswell), Mark Freeman (father of fallen soldier Michael Freeman), Gord Moore, Pres. Royal Can.Legion

To date, over $600,000 have been donated by private Canadian citizens. To honour the OStG donation, a Memorial Bench in the name of the Order is being placed in front of the Memorial. Chevalier Robbie Sprules, KGCStG attended on behalf of the Order, and is working with the Grand Master to prepare the inscription for the Memorial Bench. Many Canadian officers, citizens and members of various brigades attended the Ceremony. It was a moving affair. Robbie commented that it has been a particular honour for him to be associated with this initiative. 9

He was accompanied by his wife Nazanin Afshin. Before the commencement of dinner, the Grand Master of our Order, the Chevalier Gareth J. Green, CD, KGCStG, was called before the Garrison members present, the members of the Order and the accompanying guests, and was ceremoniously paraded before the Minister who then officially presented him with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal, Certificate and a letter of congratulations from the Governor General of Canada.

When asked for a comment, the Grand Master stated that “it was one of the finest moments of his life and the memory of the occasion and the special people present would live with him forever”. Special thanks must be offered to The Chevalier Gerry Nudds, KGCStG and The Chevalier Joseph Varner, KCStG for their work involved in this very special and historic occasion. Extract from the Chronica Ordinis Other members of the Order of St. George who have received the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal: The Chevaliers Corneliu Chisu KStG, David M. Cvet KCStG, Roy Eappen KStG, Edward Denbeigh KStG, Justin Fogarty KGCStG, Rick Hillier KGCStG, Lewis MacKenzie KGCStG, Alex Moseanu KGCStG, Robbie Sprules KGCStG, Derek Tidd KGCStG and Joe Varner KCStG. Congratulations to all these deserving members. (The medals were awarded for non-Order related contributions at other non-OStG functions)

building bridges and helping people.

Upon return to Bay Street, I extolled the virtues of Canadian soldiers as an extension of our foreign policy to many. Disappointingly, many people at home do not understand this role. They see the Canadian Forces more as warriors than as diplomats, an impression quickly defeated by firsthand experience.

Canada is an important player in International geopolitics. Our role was earned through great sacrifice and by Governments who supported initiatives in Afghanistan, in Libya and UN missions. Not motivated by a political agenda but rather, to do what is right to protect human rights and those who are disadvantaged and suffering.

We accomplished our goals in Afghanistan and other regions because of our soldier’s ability to reflect and project Canadian values overseas. As a business person I see the significance as Canadian values and stability is often cited as a reason for investing in Canada. Our principled stance on human rights, our stable economy and political system are why Canada is considered a global leader. Our forces have contributed to projecting this stability, and thus our economic prosperity.

The unique nature of our men and women play an important part as well. I witnessed this when a young corporal talked of training Afghans. He established trust and respect by imparting to Afghans that he was just like them, with a family having goals and aspirations. Establishing this bond is what enabled best practices to be passed. Instead of telling them what to do, he explained, mentored and coached them.

This is our uniqueness. Our soldiers build bonds that create change in people’s minds and hearts at a grassroots level and these roots eventually grow deep and endure

I am concerned, as we face budgetary constraints, we risk taking measures that will undermine our efficiency and effectiveness and that the gains we have made through the toils of so many might be lost. I am of the

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Feature: Our Canadian Forces: A Broad Reach – a Dual Role This past month, I accompanied Lieutenant-General Peter Devlin, Commander of Canada’s Army along with other business people on a Middle East tour, namely to Israel, Palestine, Egypt and Afghanistan.

I quickly realized that like many Canadians, I had little knowledge of what our soldiers are accomplishing on the ground in difficult situations. In Jerusalem, Canadians have been assisting the Palestinian authority to develop an independent security force. Our soldiers are training the Palestinians in the best practices of our Canadian Forces, from designing their procedures to instilling a respect for human rights and the rule of law, steps which will contribute to a peace solution one day. The level of co-operation I witnessed between the Israeli and the Palestinian forces was remarkable; co-operating in joint missions with Canadians playing a role in that rapprochement.

On the Golan Heights, our soldiers occupy key roles in United Nations operations safeguarding the demilitarized zone between Syria, Jordan and Israel and in doing so, maintain a peace that has held since 1973. In Afghanistan, I met with Canadian soldiers who are engaged in the training of the Afghan army.

What became evident to all was that the people who are receiving Canadian assistance, whether it be Afghans, Palestinians, Israelis and Syrians, are incredibly appreciative of Canadian soldiers. Not only are Canadian soldiers proficient in battle but, they deal culturally with people in a tactful and diplomatic manner: more as coaches rather than instructors, friends rather than occupiers, and always compassionate.

What I found compelling was that this view was articulated by senior leaders in all places we visited. It was humbling to hear the same message about Canadians in different places. From our troops I learned of their commitment to meaningful progress and their passion about

Dragon Rampant Profile on Armorial Bearings of the Chevalier Derek A. Tidd, KGCStG, Grand Marshal - Chevalier Steven A. Johnson, KStG Pursuivant Vert, Office of Heralds, Order of St. George Mr. Tidd ‘s grant of arms, including a flag and badge was announced on 9 September, 2008, from then Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency, the Right Honorable Michaelle Jean.

From top to bottom we see the crest … a rearing white horse holding a flag on top of a helmet with a blue and white wreath securing the blue and white slashed cloth worn over the head and shoulders. Below the helmet are the arms … a shield with various emblems on it, with the motto below that. That’s the layman’s version.

To blazon arms means to describe them in the formal language of heraldry. The verb comes from the Middle English "blasoun," itself a derivative of the French "blason" meaning "shield." Therefore, the blazon of Mr. Tidd’s ensign is as follows:

CREST: A demi-horse forcene Argent supporting a staff proper flying therefrom a pennant Azure in hoist Argent a cross Gules. The crest is supported by a close helm with torse Azure and Argent which secures mantling doubled Azure and Argent.

ARMS: Azure on a pile reversed throughout cotised wavy between two handbells grips palewise in base Argent, a brigantine affronty Azure.

MOTTO: Determination.

Now, before you rush off to the internet to translate all of that, I will explain … this time from the bottom up.

A motto is not required and is not an official part of the arms. The motto can appear with or without the scroll, in any language, and placed nearly anywhere. Derek says he chose 11

view that the strength of our economy has been achieved because our national strengths have allowed us to navigate complex international waters. The Canadian forces have been integral to our economic success through their international roles.

This engagement does not have to be expensive as strategic placement of key personnel in important missions achieves great effect. We need to be thoughtful about limiting numbers and setting time limits on missions as opposed to succeeding in achieving conditions and objectives.

Undoubtedly, Canada will be engaged in parts of the world where Countries and/or States will breach human rights or where conflict will arise. It is for this reason that I strongly urge our Government and Canadians to support our participation in important missions that have demonstrably improved people’s lives worldwide. Canadian’s are needed in places where people’s rights and freedoms are infringed and where our presence offers stability and solutions to complex problems.

The Chevalier Justin R. Fogarty, KGCStG

About the author: The Chevalier Justin R. Fogarty, KGCStG is of counsel to Heenan Blaikie LLP. He has acted for major companies, court-appointed monitors, receivers and creditors in some of the most significant restructuring and insolvency matters involving major airline, automotive sector, technology, energy, agriculture, retail, real estate and manufacturing corporations nationwide.

and reflects his career as a producer of trade shows and his earlier work in the theater.

The helmet (helm) is a close helm most commonly associated with jousting. Derek’s appears to be a Melbury helm although all close helms are of a very similar design and nearly always refer to military service. They are also referred to as a Stechhelm from the German to stick or pierce (the joust). On royal arms, the helm usually indicates the rank of the bearer and may even have a crown or coronet on top, or in place of, the helm.

On top of the helm is a wreath (torse) and is depicted as six visible twists of cloth wound round the helm which secures the mantle to the helm.

The mantle is two sided (doubled) with the outer a heraldic color of fabric (Azure … blue) and the inner of a heraldic color of metal (Argent … silver/white). The tinctures (colors) of the torse and the mantle are usually the same and must have one metal and one color. A fundamental rule of heraldry is that metals must not be placed upon other metals and colors must not be placed upon other colors so they usually alternate on a symbol. Derek’s favorite color is blue and is also the City of Niagara Falls color. His Town Crier uniform is Royal Blue but you will notice that there is some red (Gules) here and there. Derek points out that the red, white, and blue are the colors of the Union Jack.

Above the torse is the crest. Derek has chosen the upper half (demi) of a rearing (forcene) white horse. A horse can be the crest for a male only, and in this case, the white horse is the symbol of the County of Kent, England, where Derek was born. The horse also stands for beauty and prowess and readiness for duty. The horse is supporting a staff proper (plain) flying a pennant Azure in hoist Argent a cross Gules. In other words, the Flag (pennant) of England with the Flag of St. George in the upper and/or left quarter (hoist). In addition to Arms, Mr. Tidd was also awarded a Flag, Badge, and Differenced Arms for his heirs, but that might be a subject for future discussion.

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Determination from among fourteen possible mottos he had considered. In looking back over his 80 years, he realized that the challenges he had faced, how he had overcome them, and how they were achieved could only have been accomplished through Determination. There are 13 letters and Derek was born at 13 Layborne Road, Dover, England. He considers 13 his lucky number.

The shield, or arms, is divided into three triangular ordinaries (segments) with various symbols (charges). The shape of Derek’s shield is generally referred to as a heater. The two handbells mark Derek’s position as the Town Crier of the City of Niagara Falls, Ontario. They are in the vertical, grips down, position as if they were being raised to be rung. The center ordinary shows a brigantine affronty (ship facing the viewer) flanked by wavys (curved and recurved lines, i.e. water) cotised (diminutive pairs of ordinaries). The brigantine and the wavys allude to Derek’s love of sailing and his service in the Royal Navy in WWII. The shape of that ordinary refers to a spotlight

Semé de Mots A heraldic phrase describing a pattern of words. St. George on Canada’s early currency The Bank of Upper Canada, which served many of the functions of a Central Bank to the Colony of Upper Canada, was authourized to coin copper in 1850. They employed the firm Row, Kentish & Co., London to order the production of the pieces at the Royal Mint. The dies and tools for the issue are listed in the Royal Mint catalogue nos. 2836 - 2846.

The first issue of penny and halfpenny was struck in 1850 in London but the 1852 issue was partly struck by Heaton & Sons, Birmingham with dies supplied by the Royal Mint; the later issues of 1854 and 1857 were also the work of Heaton's. Much of the 1857 issue was acquired by the colonial government when their coinage was changed to the decimal system in 1858 and was later melted for bullion.

St. George in Stained Glass, the Cathedral Church of St. James, Toronto The Cathedral Church of St. James, located in Toronto near the intersection of King St. and Church St. began its history in 1797 with York Church established in York (the name of Toronto before it was renamed to Toronto in 1834). Later in 1807, a wooden church was built and in 1828, it was dedicated to St. James. In 1833, the stone church was constructed however; it was destroyed by the great fire in Toronto in 1849.

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The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal - Chevalier David M. Cvet, KLW, KCStG Deputy Chief Herald The new commemorative medal was created to mark the 2012 celebrations of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada. The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal is a tangible way for Canada to honour Her Majesty for her service to this country. At the same time, it serves to honour significant contributions and achievements by Canadians.

During the year of celebrations, 60,000 deserving Canadians will be recognized which include a number of members of the Order of St. George listed in the Order’s newsletter Chronica Ordinis. Details of the presentation of the medal to the Order’s Grand Master are detailed earlier in the section entitled Chronicles in this issue.

The Order’s Coat of Arms - Chevalier Robbie Sprules, Lord of Wrentnall, KGCStG Chief Herald The Chief Herald reports that the Order of St. George petition to the Crown for a full achievement of arms is progressing well. The Chief Herald of Canada confirms that the Order has been granted a full achievement of arms, a flag and badge. The result is a smashing coat of arms: crest, helm, supporters, arms, motto, compartment, badge and flag. The final painting of the arms has now been completed, and the calligraphy describing the Grant of Arms in both official languages is nearing completion. It is anticipated that the entire project (over two years of intensive work and lobbying) will be completed by mid September, 2012. A formal release and showing of the Arms will be undertaken once the Grant has been read into the Canadian Parliament. Dragon Rampant

A few members have asked what rampant means with respect to a dragon.

A heraldic beast rampant (Old French/Normandy: "rearing up") is depicted in profile and standing erect with forepaws raised. The position of the hind legs varies according to preferences and customs, but in general, the beast is standing on one leg with the other raised. A synonymous term "segreant" denotes the same position, but is only used in reference to griffins and dragons.

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It was reconstructed, having the bells installed in 1865 and its spire completed in 1875.

The stained glass windows depict stories from the Bible or from the Church depicting the encounters between God and humanity. The St. George window located in the southern section of the Church depicts our Patron Saint in stunning beauty.

An enlarged depiction of the central panel stained glass above of St. George and the dragon.