Gatineau
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GATINEAU
Province : Quebec
Additions : 1974 Pointe-Gatineau, Touraine, Templeton, Templeton-Ouest, Templeton-Est
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 th etimber industry and th egreat name of the citizens of Gatineau.
Literature : Image taken from <a href= http://www.ville.gatineau.qc.ca/>here]] (with permission)