Media advisory - Governor General to invest 132 members of the Canadian Armed Forces into the Order of Military Merit

OTTAWA, ON, May 9, 2023 /CNW/ - 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 94 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 [email protected].
• 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:

• Order of Military Merit

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SOURCE Governor General of Canada

Media information, Rideau Hall Press Office, 343-573-7563, [email protected]; 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, [email protected]