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The symbolism of the design is multiple. The green represents the lands of the town and the surrounding fields and is, also, a principal colour in the provincial coat of arms of Prince Edward Island. The blue band represents the Montague River, which at the base is linked to the other two regional rivers, the Cardigan and Brudenell. The bridge symbolises the crossing of the river at the town. While the actual bridge is not stone, the stones represent the idea of permanence and the ongoing importance of the crossing with the gold referring to commence and wealth via transportation. As well, the two arches form an "M" in outline, a subtle reference to the Town's name. The fish honours one of two historic industries and ongoing recreational activity in the river and the nearby sea, as well as the new aquaculture operations. The plows underline the importance of agriculture and links the new symbol with the existing town emblem. Both the fish and the plows are shown in white, the second major colour in the arms of Prince Edward Island. | The symbolism of the design is multiple. The green represents the lands of the town and the surrounding fields and is, also, a principal colour in the provincial coat of arms of Prince Edward Island. The blue band represents the Montague River, which at the base is linked to the other two regional rivers, the Cardigan and Brudenell. The bridge symbolises the crossing of the river at the town. While the actual bridge is not stone, the stones represent the idea of permanence and the ongoing importance of the crossing with the gold referring to commence and wealth via transportation. As well, the two arches form an "M" in outline, a subtle reference to the Town's name. The fish honours one of two historic industries and ongoing recreational activity in the river and the nearby sea, as well as the new aquaculture operations. The plows underline the importance of agriculture and links the new symbol with the existing town emblem. Both the fish and the plows are shown in white, the second major colour in the arms of Prince Edward Island. | ||
The crest is a fishing boat common to the estuaries and sea in eastern P.E.I. | The crest is a fishing boat common to the estuaries and sea in eastern P.E.I. The mural coronet is the traditional heraldic symbol for municipal government, so refers to the Town as a municipal corporation. As well, the red is an allusion to the heritage building which houses the Museum. | ||
The compartment on which the shield rests and the supporters stand is a combination of sea on the left and land on the right; grass set with lupin flowers. The supporter on the left is a mermaid with gold body and hair and a silver tail. She wears a green open crown of oak Ieaves. On the right is a gold horse with silver mane and hooves and a collar of lupin blossoms in red. | The compartment on which the shield rests and the supporters stand is a combination of sea on the left and land on the right; grass set with lupin flowers. The supporter on the left is a mermaid with gold body and hair and a silver tail. She wears a green open crown of oak Ieaves. On the right is a gold horse with silver mane and hooves and a collar of lupin blossoms in red. | ||