The cross in this coat of arms represents the Jesuit Fathers, lords of Laprairie-de-la-Magdeleine. This superb seigniory had been conceded on April 1, 1747 per Monsieur de Lauzon, governor general of New France.

By adopting the cross as the principal emblem of its arms, Brossard is identified with the pride of its history. It also finds an insurance of future prosperity there.

The fleur-de-lys placed at the center of the cross represents also the French traditions of our country and city. The red color of the escutcheon was chosen because it is associated with greatness.

The silver arrows and towers are taken from the arms of Urbain Brossard, the ancestor of the Brossard families of Canada. Many members of this great family were the pioneers of the area, and the town was named therefore named for them.

The motto, "Si Je Puis Oultre", is old French for "Aim Ever Higher". The green maple leaves surrounding the shield are typical for Quebec. The mural crown above the shield signifies that these arms belong to a city.

These arms were taken from here, and translated mainly with Alta Vista.