Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2009-01-22
Invested on: 2009-11-13
As commander of Task Force Arabian Sea from November 2007 to May 2008, Commander St-Denis demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication. While commanding Her Majesty's Canadian Ship CHARLOTTETOWN, he conducted maritime interdiction operations that successfully reduced terrorist activities in the area, bringing great honour to Canada.