Canadian Coast Guard employees receive Exemplary Service Awards
News release
February 20, 2019
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador - Fifteen members of the Canadian Coast Guard Atlantic Region were awarded Exemplary Service Medals and Bars today at Government House in St. John’s, NL. The awards were presented by Her Honour The Honourable Judy Foote, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador on behalf of Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada and Honorary Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Coast Guard.
The Canadian Coast Guard Exemplary Service Medal is part of the Canadian Honours System and recognizes Coast Guard employees who, in the course of their duties, provide exemplary service in difficult or critical situations.
Canadian Coast Guard employees who have worked a minimum of 20 years with the Department, with at least 10 of those years spent in a risk environment, are eligible for the award when that service is marked by exemplary conduct. After 30 years of service, employees are eligible to receive the Bar that attaches to the medal.
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“The members of the Canadian Coast Guard work hard to protect mariners and our marine environment. Please join me in congratulating our Exemplary Service Medals recipients. On behalf of all Canadians, thank you for your outstanding service to our country.”
The Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson
“The members of the Canadian Coast Guard are dedicated and committed to ensuring that Canadians’ have safe and accessible waterways. It is with pride that I send my congratulations as we recognize the outstanding careers of these women and men, and records of service to Canadians.”
Jeffery Hutchinson, Commissioner Canadian Coast Guard
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