Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2013-04-19
Invested on: 2013-09-12
From July to December 2011, Lieutenant-Colonel Ross deployed to Afghanistan with the Mission Transition Task Force. As assistant chief of staff operations, he orchestrated the Canadian Armed Forces’ largest mission closure in recent history. His leadership, knowledge and ability to synchronize multiple lines of effort were instrumental in keeping operations running smoothly despite the hectic environment. Lieutenant-Colonel Ross’ performance contributed to the successful closure of Canada’s combat mission in Afghanistan.