Medal of Bravery

• Awarded on: June 29, 2010
• Invested on: October 28, 2011

Vince P. Sharpe, M.B.
Medal of Bravery

On November 17, 2007, retired firefighter Vince Sharpe rescued two occupants from a burning trailer home, in Inuvik, Northwest Territories. Mr. Sharpe stopped his vehicle when he noticed smoke coming from the door of the residence. At the same time, a woman ran outside, coughing and crying that her father was inside. Although he was unable to see due to the abundant smoke, Mr. Sharpe crawled inside, located the victim and dragged the unconscious man outside. Advised that there was still another man in the trailer, Mr. Sharpe crawled in again, feeling his way forward, until he located the second victim. He finally succeeded in bringing the young man to safety. Mr. Sharpe's quick actions saved the lives of both men.