Hello Richard, agree the wording for placement of the markings can be confusing, but checking my references again. I think I have it correct?
http://www.canadiansoldiers.com/vehi...lemarkings.htm
"Formation signs eventually measured 6-1/2 inches high by 9 inches wide and were painted on the left front and right rear fenders of vehicles ..."
Barry Beldam's ArmouredAcorn site was my main visual reference:
http://www.armouredacorn.com/canadian-vehicle-markings
regards,
Jack