Canadian Orders, Medals and Decorations

History, Meaning and Significance

When one thinks of medals, the image of veterans gathered for Remembrance Day often comes to mind. But while these honours are generally associated with military service, civilian equivalents exist to honour exceptional contributions to the nation in time of war, or for outstanding acts of citizenship.

Canadian Military Medals and Decorations

View the Canadian Medals and Decorations in their digitized glory, along with explanations of their history and criteria for their presentation.

The Mounting and Wearing of Decorations, Campaign Stars, and Medals

The following is provided in order that those awarded War Decorations, Campaign Stars and Medals, particularly those earned during the First World War, the Second World War and the Korean War, may know how they should be mounted and worn either on civilian clothes or on uniform.

Medal Information

Contact information for medals and decorations.