Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2011-11-30
Invested on: 2012-06-22
Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel Martin demonstrated leadership, professionalism and dedication in his capacity as the honorary lieutenant-colonel of 31 Service Battalion (London). He tirelessly promoted his unit in the community and played a leadership role in mentoring holders of other honorary appointments within 31 Canadian Brigade Group. In recognition of these contributions, he was selected as a key member of the National Honorary Colonels Executive Council, which provides advice to the Commander Canadian Army. His contributions have brought direct and indirect benefit to soldiers and Reserve units throughout the Canadian Forces.