Coat of arms of Quebec City
| Coat of Arms of Quebec City | |
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| Armiger | Quebec City, Quebec |
| Adopted | Granted 22 September 1988 by the Canadian Heraldic Authority |
| Crest | A mural crown, symbolising the city, as well as Quebec City's fortified walls. |
| Escutcheon | 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. |
| Motto | 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). |
The coat of arms of Quebec City
The shield body resembles the coat of arms of Paris.
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