Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2010-06-30
Invested on: 2010-11-02
In response to the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010, Captain Watson was deployed as a nursing officer, from January to March of that year. Her coordination with the Canadian Embassy, with medical professionals and with other key stakeholders ensured that as many earthquake victims as possible received thorough medical treatment, despite having only basic medical equipment at her disposal and lacking normal shelter facilities. Her unwavering determination, medical expertise, leadership and professionalism were critical to the successful and expeditious evacuation of over 4 000 Canadians,
including those with life-threatening illnesses and injuries. Her efforts brought great credit to the Canadian Forces and to Canada.