Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: August 13, 2024
- Invested on: June 25, 2025
Paul Karl Kavanagh, M.S.M.
Laval, Quebec
In 2009, Paul Kavanagh, in association with the Canadian War Museum, created Operation Veteran. This program offers meals to all Canadian veterans who visit the museum, and engages students and teachers across the country in educational and fundraising activities. His initiative pays tribute to the individuals who have served our nation.