Master Corporal Daniel Edward Gilles Rochette, M.B., C.D.
Medal of Bravery
On June 17, 2009, Master Corporal Daniel Rochette saved a man from possible drowning in the Jacques-Cartier River, in Pont-Rouge, Quebec. Master Corporal Rochette was fishing with his family when a man, standing near them, fell into the water and was carried off by the river's powerful current. Acting quickly, Master Corporal Rochette jumped in after him, but the strong current made the situation very dangerous for both men. Master Corporal Rochette had to let go and return to the shore, from which he held out a log to the distressed man. After a few attempts, the victim managed to grab on and the rescuer pulled him to shore.