November 7, 2023
OTTAWA, Ontario—Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will present a total of 62 Meritorious Service Decorations (Military Division), including 7 Meritorious Service Crosses (M.S.C.) and 55 Meritorious Service Medals (M.S.M.), during a ceremony at Rideau Hall on Thursday, November 9. Three recipients will be receiving the Meritorious Service Medal for the second time.
Created by Queen Elizabeth II, the Meritorious Service Decorations recognize great Canadians for exceptional deeds accomplished over a limited period of time that bring honour to our country. They honour achievements in both military and civil divisions. The Meritorious Service Decorations (Military Division) may also recognize members of foreign armed forces who serve with, or alongside, the Canadian Armed Forces.
Along with the Order of Military Merit, they are central elements of the Canadian Honours System, which also includes the Order of Canada, the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers and the Decorations for Bravery.
All recipients share a desire to help others, to achieve excellence and to contribute to their communities and to Canada.
Ceremony:
Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Rideau Hall Tent Room
Notes for media:
- To guarantee your access to the ceremony, we ask that you please confirm your attendance 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 will be made available upon request.
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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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