Meritorious Service Medal

• Awarded on: July 11, 2024

M. Lee Cohen, O.N.S, M.S.M., K.C.
Halifax, Nova Scotia

Lee Cohen established the Halifax Refugee Clinic, where he and his team provide free legal services to individuals seeking refugee and humanitarian immigration status, while ensuring their legal rights are respected throughout the process. He also engages with organizations on immigration law and settlement, reshaping public perception of newcomers in Canada.