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CANADIAN FORCES NATIONAL COUNTERINTELLIGENCE UNIT, CANADA

Official blazon

Badge: Upon a representation of a terrestrial globe proper a compass rose Argent charged with the head of a North-West coast thunderbird Argent Sable and Gules.
Motto: EX VERITAS ET VIGILANTIA VICTORIA.

Origin/meaning

The globe symbolizes the domestic and overseas operations for which this unit is responsible, while the compass rose and thunderbird head recall the unit's role of providing protection, wise counsel and direction. Motto: Meaning "Out of truth and vigilance victory".

The badge was approved on March 1, 1999.

Literature: Image from https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/canadian-forces-badges/