Several members of Alberta RCMP were awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal, following three separate events that took place across Alberta.
Two ceremonies took place in Devon on Jan. 14, with another in Cochrane on Jan. 23. Between the three ceremonies, 135 RCMP officers were each awarded a medal.
The medal itself was created to commemorate the coronation of King Charles the III, with 30,000 Canadians selected to receive it in recognition of their hard work.
For Canadians looking to receive the medal, they must have made a significant contribution to Canada, a particular province, territory, region, or community in Canada. Alternatively, they must have made an outstanding achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada.
The RCMP members selected for the medal served in a variety of roles and positions. The RCMP outlines that special consideration was given to members whose actions have had an international impact that reflected well on the RCMP and Canada, contributed to the RCMP cultural evolution and reconciliation, contributed to domestic operations to help other Canadians, and those who are deeply committed to their communities through involvement and volunteer work.
Commanding officer of the RCMP, Deputy Commissioner Rob Hill, said that every medal recipient has set an incredible example of leadership and service in their communities.
“They represent the core values of the RCMP – integrity, professionalism, respect and compassion,” Hill said. “This is a recognition of the lasting impacts they’ve made on the people they serve.”
The Cochrane Eagle did request a list of the recipients but was informed it was not immediately available.
