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'''Arms:''' Chequy Vert and Or, a fleur-de-lis Argent.<br /> | '''Arms:''' Chequy Vert and Or, a fleur-de-lis Argent.<br /> | ||
'''Crest:''' A snowy owl rising affronty proper.<br /> | '''Crest:''' A snowy owl rising affronty proper.<br /> | ||
'''Supporters:''' Two moose proper, that to the dexter supporting the Flag of the Province of Quebec (Azure a cross between four fleurs-de-lis Argent), that to the sinister supporting the Flag of the Sûreté du Québec (Vert on a Canadian pale Or, the | '''Supporters:''' Two moose proper, that to the dexter supporting the Flag of the Province of Quebec (Azure a cross between four fleurs-de-lis Argent), that to the sinister supporting the Flag of the Sûreté du Québec (Vert on a Canadian pale Or, the badge of the Sûreté du Québec, vis, On a hurt a fleur-de-lis Argent all within an annulus Or inscribed SÛRETÉ DU QUÉBEC and POLICE in letters Sable, encircled by a wreath of oak leaves Or, above the Motto of the Sûreté du Québec), the supporters standing on a grassy mound set with birch and oak branches proper fructed Or.<br /> | ||
'''Motto:''' SERVICE INTÉGRITÉ JUSTICE<br /> | '''Motto:''' SERVICE INTÉGRITÉ JUSTICE<br /> | ||
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QUÉBEC POLICE FORCE (Sûreté du Québec)
Official blazon
Arms: Chequy Vert and Or, a fleur-de-lis Argent.
Crest: A snowy owl rising affronty proper.
Supporters: Two moose proper, that to the dexter supporting the Flag of the Province of Quebec (Azure a cross between four fleurs-de-lis Argent), that to the sinister supporting the Flag of the Sûreté du Québec (Vert on a Canadian pale Or, the badge of the Sûreté du Québec, vis, On a hurt a fleur-de-lis Argent all within an annulus Or inscribed SÛRETÉ DU QUÉBEC and POLICE in letters Sable, encircled by a wreath of oak leaves Or, above the Motto of the Sûreté du Québec), the supporters standing on a grassy mound set with birch and oak branches proper fructed Or.
Motto: SERVICE INTÉGRITÉ JUSTICE
Origin/meaning
The arms were officially granted on March 15, 2005.
The chequy covering of the entire surface of the shield is a powerful, striking symbol. The check pattern and right-angled divisions symbolize order and authority. Alternating the colours symbolizes constancy and planning. The check pattern also conveys the ideas of systematic surveillance and territorial protection. The fleur de lis, a central feature of the Sûreté’s emblem adopted in 1983, refers to the fleurs-de-lis on the Quebec flag and the iris versicolor, which has been Quebec’s floral emblem since 1999.
The snowy owl, Quebec’s avian symbol since 1987, symbolizes the conservation of resources and the concern of Quebeckers for their environment and quality of life. It symbolizes the whiteness of Quebec winters, the settling in a semi northern climate, and the vast expanse of the territory. It represents the virtues of vigilance, observation and protection.
The moose, king of Quebec’s forests, symbolizes pride and righteousness and commands respect. Found in abundance in Abitibi, the moose refers to the establishment of the first regional Sûreté post. It also symbolizes the legislated role of all Sûreté du Québec officers to act as wildlife officers. The oak leaves have been part of the Sûreté’s emblem since 1983, and the yellow birch has been Quebec’s official tree since 1999.
The motto SERVICE INTÉGRITÉ JUSTICE, meaning “Service integrity justice,” was adopted by the Sûreté du Québec in 1983. SERVICE characterizes the desire to serve the public and continuously meet the expectations of Quebeckers. INTÉGRITÉ suggests that police officers must be exemplary in the performance of their duties. JUSTICE refers to the Sûreté’s legislative mandate.
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Office for the Director General
Office for the Assistant Director General of the Geographic Surveillance General Directorate
Office for the Assistant Director General of the Criminal Investigations General Directorate
Office for the Assistant Director General of the Institutional Affairs General Directorate
Office for the Assistant Director General of the Administration General Directorate
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Geographic Surveillance General Directorate
Criminal Investigations General Directorate
Institutional Affairs General Directorate
Administration General Directorate
Groupe tactique d'intervention
International Relations and Protocols Directorate
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