Order of Military Merit
Founded on July 1, 1972, the Order of Military Merit recognizes distinctive merit and exceptional service displayed by the men and women of the Canadian 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. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is the Order’s Sovereign, the governor general is its Chancellor and a Commander, and the chief of the Defence Staff is its Principal Commander.
Commander (C.M.M.)
The Commander of Military Merit recognizes outstanding meritorious service and demonstrated leadership in duties of great responsibility.
Officer (O.M.M.)
The Officer of Military Merit recognizes outstanding meritorious service in duties of responsibility.
Member (M.M.M.)
The Member of Military Merit recognizes exceptional service or performance of duty.
The badge of the Order is a blue-enamelled, straight-end cross (four arms, narrow at the centre, wider at the ends) with an annulus in red surmounted by St. Edward’s Crown. The annulus bears the inscription MERIT.MÉRITE.CANADA.
The insignia is worn around the neck, suspended from a blue ribbon, 1.5 inches wide, with gold edges (0.1875). The lapel badge, a blue cross with a red maple leaf centre, is worn on the undress ribbon. Elevations within the order are indicated by the wearing of the lapel badge of the current and previous levels on a single ribbon.
| Level | Edging | Annulus Lettering | Maple Leaf Centre |
|---|
| Commander |
gold |
gold |
red |
| Officer |
gold |
gold |
gold |
| Member |
silver |
silver |
silver |
