Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: July 3, 2024
- Invested on: October 21, 2025
Gayle Dorothy Grass, M.S.M.
Perth, Ontario
Gayle Grass founded Iris the Dragon in 2001, an organization focused on improving mental health literacy and reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. Through the power of storytelling, the program has contributed to the social inclusion of both children and adults living with mental health conditions.