Nahid Aboumansour, C.Q., M.S.C.
For founding Petites-Mains, a social economy organization helping to improve the lives of immigrant women in Montréal.
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Darcy Ataman, M.S.C.
For founding Make Music Matter, an organization that helps survivors of armed conflict overcome emotional trauma.
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Canadian Honours Presentation
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, presented honours to 40 recipients during a ceremony at Rideau Hall.
Dan Bigras, M.S.C.
A stalwart advocate for homeless youth, Dan Bigras created the Show du Refuge, a benefit concert to help fund the activities of the Refuge des Jeunes homeless shelter. Determined to raise awareness of the realities faced by those most in need, he has been tireless in working to change mentalities and improve the lives of thousands of disadvantaged youths.
Levels and Insignia
The Meritorious Service Decorations are separated into military and civil divisions, with two levels each: a cross and a medal.
Regulations
All honours are created by legislation. Consult the regulations governing the Meritorious Service Decorations.
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