Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: January 15, 2024
- Invested on: December 11, 2025
Major Paul Alfred Hale, M.S.M., C.D. (Ret’d)
Brampton, Ontario
Paul Hale is an outstanding leader of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Association (PPCLI). He spearheaded the association’s efforts to foster mental well-being and suicide prevention among members of the Canadian Armed Forces. As a result, a network of responders specializing in mental health first aid has been established throughout the military community.