Governor General to invest 131 members of the Canadian Armed Forces into the Order of Military Merit

May 9, 2023

OTTAWA, Ontario—Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will bestow the honour on 6 Commanders (C.M.M.), 32 Officers (O.M.M.) and 93 Members (M.M.M.) of the Order of Military Merit at two investiture ceremonies to be held at Rideau Hall.

Created in 1972, the Order of Military Merit recognizes distinctive merit and exceptional service displayed by the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces, both Regular and Reserve. Many have demonstrated dedication and devotion beyond the call of duty, and the Order honours them for their commitment to Canada.

List of recipients taking part in the May 11 ceremony

List of recipients taking part in the May 12 ceremony

Ceremonies:

Date:               Thursday, May 11, 2023
Time:              10:30 a.m.
Location:        Rideau Hall Ballroom

Date:               Friday, May 12, 2023
Time:              10:30 a.m.
Location:        Rideau Hall Ballroom

Notes for media:

  • To guarantee your access to the ceremony, we ask that you please confirm the date on which you wish to attend with the Rideau Hall Press Office at media@gg.ca.
  • Media are asked to arrive at the Princess Anne Entrance no later than 10:00 a.m. on the day of the ceremony.
  • Official photos of the ceremony will be made available upon request.

Related links:

Media information
Rideau Hall Press Office
343-573-7563
media@gg.ca

All requests for interviews with recipients should be directed to the Department of National Defence:

Department of National Defence
Media Relations Office
613-904-3333
mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca  

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