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Royal Heraldry Society of Canada The Toronto Branch of the Royal Heraldry Society of Canada Patron: Sir Conrad M.J.F. Swan , KCVO, PH.D, FSA, FRHSC ® Garter King of Arms Emeritus ® Volume 24, Issue 2 – JUNE 2014 ISSN: 1183-1766 WITHIN THE PAGES Royal Heraldry Society of Canada AGM OF THIS ISSUE: he weather After the business of the Finally, on Saturday evening could not Toronto Branch concluded, everyone came together International 2 have been Prof. Jonathan Good , PH.D, again at the Arts & Letters Heraldry Day T better in Toronto for the FRHSC spoke to those Club for a Gala affair, where Birds of a Feather 4 hosting of the 48th Annual members assembled, on the we were all witness to the In Memory General Meeting of the Royal topic of how universities in installation of two new 4 Slains Pursuivant Heraldry Society of Canada. Canada use there Coat of Fellows of the Society. Prof. The last weekend of May (30 Arms in branding their Steven Totosy spoke to the 9th Duke of 5 May—1 June), our Branch university. Each institution gathered group about Devonshire had the distinct honour of was classified based on the Hungarian Heraldry. hosting about 50 members of use of their coat of arms on Hungarian grants of Arms, Bits & Bites 6 the society. There was their website. Some used which are passed down representation from coast to their arms properly, some through sons and daughters, 2013 Grants of 7 coast. As well, some of our used a modified version, and follows a different set of Arms members from the United some did not use their arms rules and guidelines from the A Heraldic Artist States of America crossed at all. It was quite interest- system that we use here in 8 Profile the border to join us. ing, and I believe everyone Canada as well as the United watched in anticipation to Kingdom. The Arts & Letters Club, as see what list their alma well as the Delta Chelsea mater was assigned to. Hotel, proved to be a fitting atmosphere for the various The AGM of the Society events which took place over started promptly on Satur- Friday night and Saturday. day at 9:00am at the Arts & Letters Club, and it was great On Friday night, the Society to see so many members out. President, Captain David New Directors-at-Large were Rumball, hosted the presidents reception which allowed elected and a special thank After dinner it was quite all members to come together and meet, as well as you goes out to Dr. Kevin warming to see that so many Introduce new members Graves who completed people stayed around to to the society. It was a another term as a Director-at mingle and socialize with great opportunity to -large. There are big shoes each other. Long enough that catch up with members for the new directors to fill. we had to move the who had not seen each In the afternoon we had the festivities back over to the other in a long time. opportunity to participate in pub at the Hotel. The Following the reception a private tour of the Ontario bonding and fellowship of the Toronto Branch held Legislation Building. The the Society members was there Annual General tour included the history and very prevalent throughout meeting where reports on the activates of this past year colourful stories of the the whole weekend. It was a were presented and a slate of Officers were elected for the Legislative chamber, offices great weekend for all, and we forthcoming year. Congratulations to all those elected to and corridors, as well as the missed those who were not run the Toronto Branch for the upcoming year!! grounds. able to attend. 222 Hogtown Heraldry HOGTOWN HERALDRY © 2014, the Royal Heraldry Society of Canada, Toronto Branch unless Toronto Branch of The Royal Heraldry Society of Canada otherwise indicated. Subscription rate: free to members and associates Society President of the Branch ($15.00/annum). Our Captain (Ret’d) David E. Rumball , CD, AdeC, UE, FRHSC(Hon) material may be quoted, unless Toronto Branch Patron otherwise indicated, without written Sir Conrad M.J.F. Swan , KCVO, PH.D, FSA, FRHSC permission in non-profit venues, but correct attribution is required. The material published in Hogtown Toronto Branch President Heraldry does not necessarily Mr. Jonathan S. Lofft represent the views of the Society, [email protected] the Branch, or the Editor. Toronto Branch Vice President Unattributed material is the work of Captain Jason C. Burgoin the Editor. All coats of arms are and [email protected] remain the property of their Branch Secretary respective armigers. Vacant We welcome your written and artis- tic contributions, and they may be Branch Treasurer submitted to the Editor. General Mr. David Birtwistle enquires, as well as requests for [email protected] back issues, should be made to the Directors Treasurer. Ms. Erin Tanner Mr. Derwin J.K.W. Mak Editor Captain The Reverend Canon Don M. Aitchison , UE Captain Jason C. Burgoin 214 London Street South, Hamilton, ON L8K 2G9 (905) 741-4998 ® [email protected] International Heraldry Day - June 10th, 2014 There is a grass roots movement started last year by Tomasz Steifer, a member of the International Association of Amateur Heralds described in 2013 as: “We propose that this international day of heraldry at 10 June. On that day, in the year 1128, in Rouen was knighted, by his future father in law, Henry I Beauclerc, Godfrey Plantagenet. Suspended during the ceremony on the neck of a young knight shield blue decorated six golden lions, is recognized by most of the heralds, for the first time in history, fully formed coat of arms.” Online forums and social networking communities are promoting International Heraldry Day with a small group of dedicated individuals from all over the globe. The concept is to celebrate one day where heraldry in all its forms is acknowledged by everyone with an interest regardless of jurisdiction, geographic area, customs, favoured styles, and favoured period. The hope is that eventually all heraldry enthusiasts will acknowledge the event in the years to come. Artist: Alexander Liptak Several artists and enthusiasts have put forth efforts to help celebrate this year. Ralph Hartemink is organizing a symposium in Wageningen, Netherlands. www.facebook.com/events/1418895481705270/ Thomasz Steifer, has made a number of digital works free to everyone for their personal use which can be downloaded at. www.wuala.com/steifer/Internationale%20Heraldry%20Day/?key=Nbz3rlQmyckV Ljubodrag Grujic of Serbia has developed an original piece of art inspired by the United Nations flag which can be purchased as a poster, button and several other items as seen on his site: www.ljgroupart.com To provide your own support to heraldry and post events (year round throughout the world) or personal observances, a Facebook group has been started. Feel free to repost this to all potentially interested organizations, groups, etc… Come join the party at : www.facebook.com/celebrateheraldry ~ Mrs. Kathy McClurg Hogtown Heraldry 333 Branch President Blazon t the time of writing this short message to the faithful members of the Toronto Branch, I have the distinct feeling of being overwhelmed by historical anniversaries; in my spiritual life, the Anglican Diocese of A Toronto is busy about marking the 175 th year of its foundation. My old school, Royal St. George’s College, is turning fifty; Branch Executive member Canon Don Aitchison is involved in the planning of the immanent 150 th jubilee at Trinity College School; the national directorate of the RHSC is planning our own Society’s golden jubilee, and, of course, nationally, all Canadians are anticipating the dark centenary of the Guns of August ….there are several more I could name and it has taken considerable time and energy to plan and successfully execute events in all these places to date. Perhaps I’ve got the jubilee-blues… In the course of planning commemorative events, not surprisingly, the question of what suitable monument can be raised to mark an anniversary often pops up. Should a celebrity be invited to the festivities? Should a major fundraising drive be initiated? What about a history book? While these are worthy endeavors, members will know the opportunity heraldry presents. Heraldry is monumental in its endurance and application, colourful, celebratory, and literally creates something distinctive that stakeholders can get behind. I’m reminded that before you go slaying dragons, you’d better have your trusty shield! While very few achieve individual greatness, it is something great to contribute to the cause of something that outlasts our short lives. If you’re feeling swamped by all the commemorations, too, why not consider waging a campaign to obtain suitable heraldry for the occasion. When there’s occasion to fly a flag, RHSC members are the first ones to talk to-be sure the people who plan anniversaries and special events know. The national conference in Toronto has been a celebration full of heraldry and good fellowship, in an unparalleled city. I’ve enjoyed enormously meeting more of the membership and sharing hopes, plans, and dreams of heraldry - we have so much to offer. My sincere gratitude to all who planned the events as well as to all our guests. Jonathan S. Lofft President ~ Toronto Branch RHSC From the Branch Vice President (& Editor) ummer has finally arrived after a long and cold winter, and with its arrival, another edition of Hogtown Heraldry has made its way to your door. You can see in this publication of the newsletter that there has S been some subtle changes to the format and layout of the edition.
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