Meritorious Service Cross

• Awarded on: September 27, 2016
• Invested on: November 25, 2016

As the face of the Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health’s You Know Who I Am campaign, Daniel Alfredsson has used his star power to address the stigma surrounding mental illness. The former captain of the Ottawa Senators went public about his own experience with supporting a loved one who struggled with mental illness. He has challenged society to be more open about mental health issues and his ongoing commitment is an inspiration for many to seek the help they need.