Medal of Bravery

• Awarded on: February 25, 2019
• Invested on: May 26, 2022

Connor Stanley, M.B.
Waubaushene, Ontario

On January 8, 2018, 17-year-old Connor Stanley rescued his younger brother from a house fire in Waubaushene, Ontario. After a fire broke out next to the family’s Christmas tree, flames rapidly spread to the rest of the house. As he exited the home, Mr. Stanley realized his younger brother was still inside. He proceeded to kick down the front door and found his brother had collapsed in the living room. Surrounded by thick smoke and flames, Mr. Stanley hoisted his brother over his shoulders and carried him to safety. He attempted to re-enter the burning house in an effort to locate his mother and youngest brother, but the heat drove him back. Thankfully, all family members evacuated the building and survived.