For a very young nation, we have accomplished so much. We have produced some of the world’s greatest cultural success stories in music, film, sports, as well as visual, literary, and performing arts, science and innovation. We have a lot … Continued
The Military Cross can be awarded to commissioned officers of the substantive rank of Captain or below or Warrant Officers for distinguished and meritorious services in battle. In 1920, the terms were altered to clearly state the award was for … Continued
The Victoria Cross is awarded for the most conspicuous bravery, a daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice, or extreme devotion to duty, in the presence of the enemy. The Victoria ross was created by Queen Victoria in 1856, … Continued
The Order of Canada was established in 1967 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Order of Canada is the centrepiece of Canada’s honours system and recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. … Continued