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Edmonton, Alberta (Canada)

Last modified: 2003-08-16 by phil nelson
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Coat of Arms

The coat of arms consists of:

  • The mace: Edmonton’s preeminent status as Alberta’s capital city
  • The sun emblazoned on the shield: Edmonton’s above-average amount of sunshine
  • Winged wheel: Edmonton’s importance as an aviation and industrial centre
  • Wavy ribbon: The North Saskatchewan River
  • The sheaf: Agriculture
  • Explorer (left): The city’s fur trading heritage
  • Athena, Goddess of Wisdom (right): Education and the University of Alberta

Flag

The City flag features the Edmonton Coat of Arms on a white field with two blue borders. Blue symbolizes strength and the North Saskatchewan River; White signifies peace
City of Edmonton