The Perth Regiment, Canadian Army

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THE PERTH REGIMENT, CANADIAN ARMY

(Badge)

(Regimental Colour)

Official blazon

Badge: A saltire Azure between two thistles proper surmounted by a maple leaf Or charged with a hurt bearing the emblem of Perth County ensigned by a beaver couchant Argent, the hurt within an annulus Azure edged Argent inscribed THE PERTH REGIMENT in letters Or, ensigned with the Royal Crown proper and resting on a scroll Azure edged Argent and inscribed AUDAX ET CAUTUS in letters Or.

Origin/meaning

The badge combines well-known Scottish symbols, the cross of St. Andrew and the thistle, with the maple leaf and beaver of Canada, the emblem of Perth County and the Royal Crown. The Motto translates as "Bold and wary".

The badge was approved by the Canadian Heraldry Authority on May 10, 2004.

Literature: Image from https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/canadian-forces-badges/