Sébastien Baillargeon, M.S.C.
Cantley, Quebec
In August 2021, diplomat and consular officer Sébastien Baillargeon and a colleague demonstrated exemplary professionalism during emergency operations following the Taliban takeover of Kabul. Under precarious conditions, they helped the Canadian Armed Forces evacuate over 2 700 people, including Canadians, permanent residents and vulnerable Afghans, particularly those supporting Canada’s work.