QUÉBEC, May 20, 2026 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will present members of the Canadian Armed Forces with the Order of Military Merit insignia during an honours ceremony, at the Citadelle of Québec, on Friday, May 22. At the event, 2 Commanders (C.M.M.), 8 Officers (O.M.M.) and 33 Members (M.M.M.) will be invested into the Order, for a total of 43 recipients.

List of appointees attending the ceremony

Ceremony details:

Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Ballroom, Residence of the Governor General at the Citadelle of Québec

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 media@gg.ca.
• Media are asked to arrive at the entrance of the Residence of the Governor General at the Citadelle no later than 10:30 a.m. on the day of the event.
• Official photos of the ceremony can be made available upon request.

About the Order of Military Merit

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 Office of the Secretary to the Governor General