National Symbols of Athabasca
National Symbols of Athabasca
The Colour of Athabasca, officially nicknamed the Sovereign Colours, is the national flag of the Republic of Athabasca. It consists of four horizontal bars, each colour being unique in holding dual meanings. These meanings come from both the local saying, "Black is the soil, green is the grass, white are the clouds that blanket the blue sky." and the Four Fundamental Pillars of Athabasca, which you can read more about here.
The Coat of Arms for Athabasca focuses primarily on the beauty of the Athabasca river and it's surrounding environment of the Boreal Forest. Incorporated into it's structure lies symbolism tracing back to the indigenous peoples of Athabasca.
Buffalo - The Wood Buffalo is the national animal of the Republic of Athabasca, symbolizing both strength and the importance of shared abundance.
Ravens - The Ravens, considered another animal representative of Athabasca, symbolize the desire for adventure, for exploration in all walks and trades of life.
Shield - An illustrated depiction of the Athabasca River leading into Mount Athabasca, a cultural symbol of Athabasca relating to respect and innovation. Pine trees flank each side of the shield with a red trapper's cabin in the background. An Aurora Borealis is shown at the top of the shield.
Flowers - The Wild Rose flower, being a common symbol associated with the people of the province of Alberta and found locally in Athabasca, represents co-existence and co-operation with neighbouring nations and peoples.
Banner - "NATURA ET FELICITAS" Latin phrase meaning "Nature and Prosperity".
Flags - Dual, supporting Sovereign Colours represent sovereignty and local culture throughout the Athabascan nation on each flank of the shield.