June 24, 2005
OTTAWA - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada, will preside at
the fourth investiture ceremony of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces on Tuesday, June 28, 2005, at 11:00
a.m., at Rideau Hall. The Governor General will present a total of 45 Canadians with their insignia of membership. One commander,
16 officers and 28 members will be invested. Forty-four of the new appointments have been in effect as of January 7, 2005,
and one of the appointments (Mr. Trivett) has been in effect since June 21, 2003. Please note that the information
in this press release reflects the ranks of the recipients at the time of their appointment.
The Order was created in October 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. There are three levels of membership
- commander, officer and member - that reflect long-term, outstanding service in varying degrees of responsibility. Each
level has corresponding post-nominal letters: C.O.M., O.O.M. and M.O.M.
To obtain the citations for the recipients, please visit our web site at www.gg.ca.
The schedule for the ceremony, additional information about the Order, the list of names of the recipients and their citations are
attached (Annexes.)
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Media information
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Additional information about this award can be found at: http://www.gg.ca/honours/ormp_e.asp
Public information
Chancellery of Honours
Government House
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Annex A
Media ceremony scenario
10:15 a.m. Arrival of media through the Princess Anne entrance
10:30 a.m. Sound and light checks
10:40 a.m. Guests begin to take their seats in the Ballroom
11:00 a.m.
The Governor General enters the Ballroom
Viceregal Salute
The Governor General speaks
The Governor General presents recipients with their insignia of membership
12:15 p.m. National Anthem and end of ceremony
Annex B
The badge of the Order is a blue-enamelled, straight-end cross (the same as that of the Order of Military Merit) with a
distinguishing ribbon of three equal bands of blue, gold and blue.
The Governor General is the Chancellor and one of the commanders of the Order. The Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted
Police, the Principal Commander of the Order, submits recommendations for appointment to the Governor General on behalf
of an advisory committee. Nominations for appointment to the Order may be made by submitting the name of a member or employee
of a police force to the commanding officer of that police force.
Annex C
COMMANDER
Director General Normand Proulx, C.O.M. Montreal, Que.
OFFICERS
Detective Staff Sergeant G. Brian Adkin, O.O.M. Barrie, Ont.
Assistant Commissioner Gary David Bass, O.O.M. Vancouver, B.C.
Deputy Commissioner G.B. (Gerry) Braun, O.O.M. Regina, Sask.
Assistant Commissioner J.A.J. (Mike) Buisson, O.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Deputy Chief Francis Anthony (Tony) Burbridge, O.O.M. Halifax, N.S.
Chief Gordon Mac Carlisle, O.O.M. Fredericton, N.B.
Chief Calvin S. Johnston, O.O.M. Regina, Sask.
Assistant Commissioner Timothy G. Killam, O.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Constable H. Dale Kinnear, O.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Assistant Commissioner W. Gerald Lynch, O.O.M. St. John's, N.L.
Deputy Chief Christopher J. McNeil, O.O.M. Halifax, N.S.
Chief Serge Meloche, O.O.M. Montreal, Que.
Ms. Tonita Murray, O.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Detective Chief Superintendent M.F. (Frank) Ryder, O.O.M. Orillia, Ont.
Chief Inspector Jean-Yves Sirois, O.O.M. Montreal, Que.
Assistant Commissioner William Melvin Sweeney, O.O.M. Edmonton, Alta.
MEMBERS
Assistant Commissioner Pierre-Yves Bourduas, M.O.M. Westmount, Que.
Constable Yvon Brault, M.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Staff Sergeant T. Kevin V. Cleary, M.O.M. New Minas, N.S.
Deputy Chief Gary W. Crowell, M.O.M. Oakville, Ont.
Sergeant Gilford John Dares, M.O.M. Halifax, N.S.
Corporal Stephan Demers, M.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Inspector Mark Dibblee, M.O.M. Leduc, Alta.
Constable Stephen Joseph Gloade, M.O.M. North Sydney, N.S.
Assistant Commissioner Stephen William Graham, M.O.M. Fredericton, N.B.
Staff Sergeant Patricia Anne Harrish, M.O.M. Edmonton, Alta.
Deputy Chief Lawrence J. Hill, M.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Inspector Axel Hovbrender, M.O.M. Vancouver, B.C.
Constable 1st Class Richard Harry Kosowan, M.O.M. Winnipeg, Man.
Staff Sergeant John M. Leitch, M.O.M. Regina, Sask.
Superintendent Jeff Stanley Lott, M.O.M. Nanaimo, B.C.
Staff Sergeant Kevin A. MacDougall, M.O.M. Winnipeg, Man.
Assistant Commissioner John M.G. MacLaughlan, M.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Chief John Kevin McAlpine, M.O.M. Oshawa, Ont.
Chief Lewis Alfred Mitchell, M.O.M. St-Régis, Que.
Detective Superintendent Dennis A. Moore, M.O.M. Orillia, Ont.
Constable Frank James Morgan, M.O.M. Concord, Ont.
Chief Superintendent Graham Richard Muir, M.O.M. Ottawa, Ont.
Constable Aaron Nichols, M.O.M. Edmonton, Alta.
Mr. Gilles G.P. Pagé, M.O.M. Montreal, Que.
Chief Superintendent Dwight William Robinson, M.O.M. Winnipeg, Man.
Staff Sergeant Donald J. Spicer, M.O.M. Halifax, N.S.
Corporal Paul S. Thompson, M.O.M. Kitchener, Ont.
Inspector Glenn Trivett, M.O.M. Orillia, Ont.
Annex D
Commander
Director General Normand Proulx, C.O.M.
Sûreté du Québec, Montreal
Director General Proulx has a career that is characterized by his personal commitment to the many duties assigned to him,
his respect for people, organizations and their mandates, as well as the best interests of the Sûreté du Québec and the
government. His contribution to the international reputation of the Quebec and Canadian police community and especially
his passion in serving the people of Quebec are invaluable.
Officers
Detective Staff Sergeant G. Brian Adkin, O.O.M.
Ontario Provincial Police, Barrie
Detective Staff Sergeant Adkin has shown outstanding leadership as President of the Ontario Provincial Police Association.
He is recognized as a national leader in police labour relations. His tireless efforts for the welfare of his members have
benefited police across the nation and Canada's communities are safer because of his contributions.
Assistant Commissioner Gary David Bass, O.O.M.Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Vancouver, British Columbia
Throughout his outstanding career, Assistant Commissioner Bass has distinguished himself as an operational police officer
of excellence in the service of all Canadians. His dedicated and meritorious service has brought great credit to his police
service and to Canada.
Deputy Commissioner G.B. (Gerry) Braun, O.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Regina, Saskatchewan
Throughout his outstanding career, Deputy Commissioner Braun has been instrumental in advancing policing in the province
of Manitoba and in the Northwest Region. His leadership, through bridge building and teamwork, clearly demonstrates his
commitment to the citizens of Canada. As a result of this commitment, he has brought great credit to the Royal Canadian
Mounted Police service and to Canada.
Assistant Commissioner J.A.J. (Mike) Buisson, O.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa, Ontario
Throughout his outstanding career, Assistant Commissioner Buisson has notably contributed to the improvement of illegal
firearm control programs, both nationally and internationally. His displayed commitment to front-line police investigations
and investigators is a credit to his police service and to Canada.
Deputy Chief Francis Anthony (Tony) Burbridge, O.O.M.
Halifax Regional Police, Nova Scotia
Deputy Chief Burbridge is being nominated to the Order of Merit of the Police Forces for his exemplary and lasting contributions
to policing locally and abroad through his work in both labour relations and international police relations respectively.
Chief Gordon Mac Carlisle, O.O.M.
Fredericton City Police Service, New Brunswick
Throughout his 46-year career, Chief Carlisle has distinguished himself as a police officer, a role model and a leader.
His experience, vision and passion for serving the public have made him one of New Brunswick's finest police chiefs.
Chief Calvin S. Johnston, O.O.M.
Regina Police Service, Saskatchewan
Chief Johnston, an ardent advocate of contemporary policing, has initiated and led innovative programs, restructured and
rejuvenated work areas, and successfully worked with local communities as well as with national and provincial agencies
to improve community safety and reduce the fear of crime in Regina, in particular, and Saskatchewan in general.
Assistant Commissioner Timothy G. Killam, O.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa, Ontario
Throughout his outstanding career, Assistant Commissioner Killam has exemplified leadership, integrity and accountability
while advancing police professionalism and the development of innovative solutions to address global law enforcement efforts
to combat organized crime.
Constable H. Dale Kinnear, O.O.M.
Ontario Provincial Police, Ottawa
Constable Kinnear has worked tirelessly for the health and welfare of police personnel in Canada. Through 20 plus years
of involvement on behalf of local, provincial and national police association members, he has distinguished himself in association
circles nationally and internationally while acting on behalf of fellow police personnel.
Assistant Commissioner W. Gerald Lynch, O.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Throughout his outstanding career, Assistant Commissioner Lynch has displayed exemplary leadership and dedication to duty.
Through the establishment and championing of valuable partnerships and meaningful integration within the policing communities,
he has brought recognition to policing at the local and international levels. Assistant Commissioner Lynch is a great credit
to his police service and to Canada.
Deputy Chief Christopher J. McNeil, O.O.M.
Halifax Regional Police, Nova Scotia
Deputy Chief McNeil is being nominated to the Order of Merit of the Police Forces for his exemplary leadership in the areas
of youth justice and community-based policing initiatives, as well as his adeptness at leveraging his strong legal background
to effectively manage emerging issues in policing.
Chief Serge Meloche, O.O.M.
CN Police, Montreal, Quebec
Chief Meloche has had an exemplary and diversified career, making significant contributions to the Montreal Police and
CN Police. He has championed change, ethics and community policing through his leadership for the betterment of all Canadians
and international policing.
Ms. Tonita Murray, O.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa, Ontario
Throughout her career, Ms. Murray has distinguished herself as a progressive thinker, innovative researcher, writer, educator,
and organ-izational leader. Ms. Murray's commitment to the highest standards of service, both nationally and internationally,
has brought great credit to her police service and to Canada.
Detective Chief Superintendent M.F. (Frank) Ryder, O.O.M.
Ontario Provincial Police, Orillia
Chief Superintendent Ryder has distinguished himself as a person with the utmost professionalism and integrity. Through
his leadership, vision and compassion, he has had a significant impact on policing in Ontario and Canada.
Chief Inspector Jean-Yves Sirois, O.O.M.
Sûreté du Québec, Montreal
His career is exemplary! It is characterized by a generous, unflagging presence, constant, outstanding dedication to the
organization, its members and the community, and diligent performance in all areas he has worked in.
Assistant Commissioner William Melvin Sweeney, O.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Edmonton, Alberta
Throughout his outstanding career, Assistant Commissioner Sweeney has distinguished himself as an exemplary leader, a forward-thinker,
and an innovative police officer. Assistant Commissioner Sweeney's exceptional dedication to his community, and to the safety
and security of its residents, has brought great credit to his police service and to Canada.
Members
Assistant Commissioner Pierre-Yves Bourduas, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Westmount, Québec
Assistant Commissioner Bourduas is a visionary who has distinguished himself through his exemplary and dynamic leadership.
Throughout his career, he has forged strong ties and relationships of trust with the law enforcement community, both nationally
and internationally.
Constable Yvon Brault, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa, Ontario
Right from the beginning of his career, Constable Brault has exhibited outstanding generosity and loyalty to his colleagues
and to his community. His dedication to his work, his partners and particularly to young people is exceptional and commendable.
Staff Sergeant T. Kevin V. Cleary, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, New Minas, Nova Scotia
Throughout his outstanding career, Staff Sergeant Cleary has displayed dedication to duty, professionalism, exemplary leadership
and commitment to excellence in delivering superior police service to the citizens of Nova Scotia. Staff Sergeant Cleary's
high ethical standards and values have brought great credit to his community, police service, and Canada.
Deputy Chief Gary W. Crowell, M.O.M.
Halton Regional Police Service, Oakville, Ontario
Deputy Chief Gary Crowell is recognized for his dedication and commitment to public safety and excellence in policing and
for his exemplary leadership in the furtherance of community policing and investigative expertise.
Sergeant Gilford John Dares, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Throughout his outstanding career, Sergeant Dares has exuded an enthusiasm and an unfettered, selfless energy that have
inspired others to share in his vision of a caring community. Through his significant community policing skills, Sergeant
Dares has brought great credit to his police service and to Canada.
Corporal Stephan Demers, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa, Ontario
Throughout his outstanding career, Corporal Demers has demonstrated compassion and commitment to helping others in the
community and workplace. His contributions to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Member/Employee Assistance Program have
been truly outstanding. As a result of his outstanding dedication, Corporal Demers has brought great credit to his police
service and to Canada.
Inspector Mark Dibblee, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Leduc, Alberta
Throughout his outstanding career, Inspector Dibblee has displayed exemplary leadership, dedication, and distinguished
service. His many community policing initiatives and esprit de corps have brought great credit to his police service and
to Canada.
Constable Stephen Joseph Gloade, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, North Sydney, Nova Scotia
Throughout his outstanding career, Constable Gloade has exhibited his personal and professional dedication to the Royal
Canadian Mounted Police and First Nations people. Constable Gloade is committed to decreasing the use and abuse of illegal
and prescription drugs and increasing the number of opportunities available to First Nations children and youth. Through
these efforts, Constable Gloade has brought great credit to his police service and to Canada.
Assistant Commissioner Stephen William Graham, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Fredericton, New Brunswick
Throughout his outstanding career, Assistant Commissioner Graham has displayed outstanding leadership and dedication to
duty within the various communities in which he has served. Assistant Commissioner Graham's commitment to community policing
and youth, coupled with his keen organizational abilities, has brought great credit to his police service and to Canada.
Staff Sergeant Patricia Anne Harrish, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Edmonton, Alberta
Throughout her outstanding career, Staff Sergeant Harrish has displayed a relentless enthusiasm for policing, via the provision
of quality services to her clients and colleagues. Staff Sergeant Harrish's exceptional dedication to duty and her community
has brought great credit to her police service and to Canada.
Deputy Chief Lawrence J. Hill, M.O.M.
Ottawa Police Service, Ontario
Deputy Chief Hill has been at the forefront of community policing in Canada for the past decade. His work with the diverse
communities embodies the Canadian virtues of acceptance and openness. He stands as a shining example to all Canadians of
what this country is and should always be.
Inspector Axel Hovbrender, M.O.M.
Vancouver Police Department, British Columbia
Inspector Hovbrender has contributed to a wide variety of police and public safety issues, and he has successfully applied
his expertise to various community policing strategies. His initiatives have resulted in improved police-community partnerships
and increased safety for vulnerable victims.
Constable 1st Class Richard Harry Kosowan, M.O.M.
Winnipeg Police Service, Manitoba
Richard Kosowan has devoted over 28 years to improving police service relations with the Aboriginal community and youth
through innovative programs. He has demonstrated an extremely motivated level of caring and sensitivity for others.
Staff Sergeant John M. Leitch, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Regina, Saskatchewan
Throughout his outstanding career, Staff Sergeant Leitch has displayed strong leadership and an outstanding commitment
to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Province of Saskatchewan. His outstanding investigative and technological skills,
while maintaining a positive life/work balance, are a credit to his police service and to Canada.
Superintendent Jeff Stanley Lott, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Nanaimo, British Columbia
Throughout his outstanding career, Superintendent Lott has exhibited outstanding leadership and commitment to strengthening
communities through partnerships and relationship building. His embrace of multiculturalism and his respect of diversity
have brought great credit to his police service and to Canada.
Staff Sergeant Kevin A. MacDougall, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Throughout his outstanding career, Staff Sergeant MacDougall has displayed dedication and exceptional leadership in advancing
productive and effective labour/management relations. His efforts have benefited his colleagues in the Royal Canadian Mounted
Police and the communities in which he serves. Staff Sergeant MacDougall is a credit to his police service and to Canada.
Assistant Commissioner John M.G. MacLaughlan, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa, Ontario
Throughout his outstanding career, Assistant Commissioner MacLaughlan has significantly influenced investigative techniques,
intelligence-led policing and has been a leading proponent of an integrated approach within the law enforcement community
at the national and international levels. Through these efforts, he has brought great credit to his police service and to
Canada.
Chief John Kevin McAlpine, M.O.M.
Durham Regional Police Service, Oshawa, Ontario
Through exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment, Chief McAlpine has been a stalwart champion of community
safety, and has made an exemplary and lasting impact on policing in Canada, and on the quality of the lives of our citizens.
Chief Lewis Alfred Mitchell, M.O.M.
Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, St-Régis, Quebec
Chief Mitchell has shown exceptional leadership and has demonstrated his bravery, integrity and professionalism throughout
his policing career, at times under extremely difficult conditions and personal risk. Today the Akwesasne Mohawk Police
Service sets the standard for First Nations policing, not only in Ontario, but across Canada.
Detective Superintendent Dennis A. Moore, M.O.M.
Ontario Provincial Police, Orillia, Ontario
Throughout his extensive and diversified career, Detective Superintendent Moore has made significant contributions to citizens
and policing partners, from local to international levels. He has always exemplified the highest standards of honesty, integrity,
and professionalism.
Constable Frank James Morgan, M.O.M.
CN Police, Concord, Ontario
Whether directly or indirectly, each and every member of the Canadian National Railways Police Association (CNRPA) across
Canada has been touched in some way by Constable Morgan's efforts in the CNRPA. His steadfast commitment to police issues
extends beyond the ambitions of his own police organization to policing on a national level.
Chief Superintendent Graham Richard Muir, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa, Ontario
Throughout his outstanding career, Chief Superintendent Muir has exemplified the highest level of public service, both
nationally and internationally. He has demonstrated visionary thinking, organizational leadership, and horizontal management
in furtherance of providing quality policing. Through his dedication to duty, Chief Superintendent Muir has brought great
credit to his police service and to Canada.
Constable Aaron Nichols, M.O.M.
Edmonton Police Service, Alberta
As a senior constable with the Edmonton Police Service and through his valuable and dedicated service to different community
organizations, Constable Nichols has brought distinct credit to himself, the Edmonton Police Service and the community at
large.
Mr. Gilles G.P. Pagé, M.O.M.
Sûreté du Québec, Montreal
Mr. Pagé has been promoting the development of criminal identification systems since 1981. Thanks to him, the Sûreté du
Québec has gained international recognition in this field.
Chief Superintendent Dwight William Robinson, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Throughout his outstanding career, Chief Superintendent Robinson has notably contributed to Canadian law enforcement. His
work in the development of an effective police response to labour unrest has brought credit to his police service and to
Canada.
Staff Sergeant Donald J. Spicer, M.O.M.
Halifax Regional Police, Nova Scotia
Staff Sergeant Spicer has worked throughout his 26-year policing career to build a stronger, safer community for the residents
of Halifax Regional Municipality. He is dedicated to developing and leading fellow officers to effectively manage critical
incidents, and committed to fostering positive police-community relations.
Corporal Paul S. Thompson, M.O.M.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Kitchener, Ontario
Throughout his outstanding career, Corporal Thompson has provided distinguished service to the citizens of Canada and to
the policing community. He is a visionary leader who exemplifies integrity, honesty and professionalism. Through these personal
ethics, Corporal Thompson has brought great credit to his police service and to Canada.
Inspector Glenn Trivett, M.O.M.
Ontario Provincial Police, Orillia
Inspector Trivett has provided outstanding contributions to First Nations policing through training development, earning
him respect for his commitment and dedication. He works closely with others in designing innovative learning experiences
for Native youth which use traditional teachings to build self-esteem and relationship skills. He has been the catalyst
in defining the role of police and enhancing partnerships in the delivery of suicide intervention.
