Order of Merit of the Police Forces Investiture Ceremony
The Order of Merit of the Police Forces was created in 2000, to recognize conspicuous merit and exceptional service by members and employees of the Canadian police forces whose contributions extend beyond protection of the community. Three levels of membership with post-nominal letters reflect long-term, outstanding service: Commander (C.O.M.), Officer (O.O.M.) and Member (M.O.M.).
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-038
His Excellency presented the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at the Commander level (C.O.M.) to Chief William Sterling Blair, C.O.M., of the Toronto Police Service, Ontario. This is a promotion within the Order.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-001
"The men and women who comprise police forces across this nation stand for service and loyalty," said His Excellency. "They work within our communities to protect us. They are committed to working together on behalf of all Canadians. All of you being honoured here today represent the very best of police services across this country at every level. Throughout your careers, you have put the needs of others ahead of your own."
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-037
The Governor General, who is chancellor of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces, bestowed the honour on 1 Commander, 9 Officers and 24 Members.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-036
His Excellency presented the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at the Member level (M.O.M.) to Inspector Richard Wayne Votour, M.O.M., of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Fredericton, New Brunswick.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-033
His Excellency presented the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at the Member level (M.O.M.) to Constable Linda A. Malcolm, M.O.M., of the Vancouver Police Department, British Columbia.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-023
His Excellency presented the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at the Member level (M.O.M.) to Chief Inspector Yves Guay, M.O.M., of the Sûreté du Québec, Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-019
His Excellency presented the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at the Officer level (O.O.M.) to Chief Robert Philip Johnston, O.O.M., of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, Newfoundland and Labrador.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-006
His Excellency presented the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at the Officer level (O.O.M.) to Chief Constable Michael Robert Chadwick, O.O.M., of the Saanich Police Department, British Columbia.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-003
Robert Paulson, C.O.M., Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Principal Commander of the Order, also spoke during this event.
Wed, 05/09/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0231-039