October 29, 2014 - ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador
Thirteen members of the Canadian Coast Guard Atlantic Region were awarded Exemplary Service medals today at Government House in St. John’s. The awards were presented by the Honourable Frank F. Fagan, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador on behalf of His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada and Commander-in-Chief 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.
“Every day members of the Canadian Coast Guard carry out their duties with dedication and commitment to ensure we have safe and accessible waterways. Today, I offer my congratulations to 13 Coast Guard members for their outstanding achievements and long records of service to Canadians.”
John Butler, Assistant Commissioner Coast Guard Atlantic Canada
For further information on the CCG Exemplary Service Medal, please refer to the Governor General’s site.
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