Gatineau

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GATINEAU

Province : Quebec
Additions: 1974 Pointe-Gatineau, Touraine, Templeton, Templeton-Ouest, Templeton-Est; 2002 Aylmer, Buckingham, Hull, Masson-Angers

Official blazon

Origin/meaning

The arms were not officially granted.

The three trees symbolise the importance of the forestry in the area. The golden field represents the wealth generated with forestry.
The motto 'Fortunae meae, multorum faber' refers to the timber industry and the great name of the citizens of Gatineau.