Coat of arms of Quebec City

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The Coat of Arms of Quebec City

  • Crest: A mural crown, symbolising the city, as well as Quebec City's fortified walls.
  • Shield:
    • Chief: Two gold keys on a red background, one symbolising Québec as the capital of New France, the second one representing the capital of the province of Québec; The keys are surmounted by a maple leaf, a symbol for Canada.
    • Shield body: A ship (for Quebec's importance as a seaport) with full sails (a symbol of strength and courage). The wavy ribbons represent the Saint Lawrence River.
  • Scroll: The city motto "Don de Dieu feray valoir" (Gift of God shall make prosperity).
  • Colors:
    • Gold (Or): for strength, faith, justice, wealth
    • Red (Gules): for strength, power, determination
    • Blue(Azur): sovereignty, majesty, serenity

The shield body resembles the Coat of Arms of Paris.

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