AdoptedGranted 22 September 1988 by the Canadian Heraldic Authority CrestA mural crown, symbolising the city, as well as Quebec City's fortified walls. EscutcheonA 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. MottoThe city motto "Don de Dieu feray valoir" (I shall put God's gift to good use) and is a reference to Champlain's ship the Don de Dieu (Gift of God).
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" (I shall put God's gift to good use) and is a reference to Champlain's ship the Don de Dieu (Gift of God).
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.
