Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2007-07-10
Invested on: 2007-10-12
Major Bisaillon demonstrated exemplary initiative and expertise as deputy commanding officer of the first Canadian operational mentor liaison team in Afghanistan, from August 2006 to February 2007. With recent experience as a light infantry commander, he led an experienced team that helped the Afghan National Army become fit for combat. His tactical insight and exceptional leadership skills helped them form a cohesive unit with the Afghan soldiers, which was then able to fight in a number of battles. Major Bisaillon’s influence on the development of the Afghan National Army has greatly contributed to the International Security Assistance Force mission.