Halifax, Nova Scotia - Wikipedia
WEBhalifax.ca. Halifax (Scottish-Gaelic: Halafacs or An Àrd-Bhaile) is the capital and most populous municipality of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, and the most populous municipality in Atlantic Canada.
Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia (Canada) - CRW Flags
WEBDec 31, 2021 · The flag of the Halifax Regional Municipality has a blue field bearing a saltire (X-shaped cross) in yellow. In the centre is a yellow disc, half the height of the flag, bearing a kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) in blue with yellow details, looking toward the hoist.
Flag of Nova Scotia - Wikipedia
WEBThe flag of Nova Scotia consists of a blue saltire on a white field defaced with the royal arms of Scotland. Adopted in 1929 after a royal warrant was issued, it has been the flag of the province since January 19 of that year.
Flag of Nova Scotia | Meaning, Colors & Symbol | Britannica
WEBThe flag is based on the provincial coat of arms, which was itself inspired by the Scottish Cross of St. Andrew (white saltire on a blue field) and the royal arms of Scotland. The “reverse-colour” Cross of St. Andrew on the Nova Scotia flag provides a more visible contrast for the Scottish shield.
Symbols of Nova Scotia - Wikipedia
WEBSymbols. Granted to the Royal Province of Nova Scotia by King Charles I of England, Mayflower added to compartment in 1929. Created in 1858 from Arms granted by King Charles I in 1625, restored by Royal Warrant of George V after confederation.
Nova Scotia - Canada.ca
WEBAfter receiving royal warrant from King George V in 1929, the flag of Nova Scotia was the first flag in the overseas Commonwealth to be authorized by royal charter. Derived from the ancient arms granted in 1625, the flag features the province’s shield extended in a rectangular shape.
Halifax Regional Municipality - The Governor General of Canada
WEBThe municipal flag recognizes the municipal government’s obligations to defend the community’s interests. The garbs of wheat and the trees represent the region’s agricultural lands and forests respectively, and the blue and white wavy bars symbolize its maritime location while recalling the emblem of the former County of Halifax.
Nova Scotia (NS) - Facts, Flags and Symbols - Canada.ca
WEBHalifax. Population (2010 estimate): [i] 940,744. Motto on Licence Plate: Canada’s Ocean Playground. Flag: [ii] Royal Warrant of King George V, January 19, 1929, assigning arms and banner. Not known when flag was first raised. Arms: [iii] Royal Warrant of King George V, January 19, 1929, restoring the arms granted by King Charles I in 1625.
Halifax - The Canadian Encyclopedia
WEBSep 24, 2012 · Halifax is on the margin of the Canadian, North American and North Atlantic trading world. This location led to slower growth than most other large Canadian cities. Until the early 19th century exports of fish and forest …
Halifax | History, Harbour, Facts, Map, & Tourism | Britannica
WEB3 days ago · Halifax, city and capital of Nova Scotia, Canada. A major amalgamation and incorporation as Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) occurred in 1996 and united the City of Halifax, the City of Dartmouth, the Town of Bedford, and Halifax County Municipality within boundaries that include the original Halifax county.
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