Meritorious Service Medal

• Awarded on: August 2, 2017
• Invested on: January 09, 2018

James Favel and the late Larry Morrissette were leaders in establishing the Bear Clan Patrol, a grassroots outreach group in North Winnipeg. Trained volunteers patrol the streets at night, handing out food packets and hygiene items to the homeless, helping people under the influence of drugs or alcohol to safety and, when needed, searching for missing people. Their presence is imbuing the neighbourhood with a stronger sense of community and security.