Media advisory - Governor General to invest 63 members of the Canadian Armed Forces into the Order of Military Merit Français
OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will invest 3 Commanders (C.M.M.), 11 Officers (O.M.M.) and 49 Members (M.M.M.) into the Order of Military Merit at an investiture ceremony at Rideau Hall.
List of appointees attending the ceremony
Ceremony details:
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Rideau Hall Ballroom
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 [email protected].
- Media are asked to arrive at the Princess Anne Entrance no later than 10:35 a.m. on the day of the ceremony.
- Official photos of the ceremony will be made available upon request.
Created in 1972, the Order of Military Merit recognizes distinctive merit and exceptional service displayed by members 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.
Find more information on the 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]
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