Meritorious Service Medal

• Awarded on: April 4, 2018
• Invested on: June 18, 2025

Narcisse Tatsikiistamik Blood, M.S.M. (deceased)
Cardston, Alberta

Elder, scholar and teacher Narcisse Blood was instrumental in building co-operation and understanding that resulted in the return of many sacred bundles from museums in Alberta and elsewhere to the Nitsitapi peoples. His patient guidance and vast knowledge of Blackfoot culture led to groundbreaking provincial legislation on repatriating objects to Indigenous communities and the resurgence of traditional rituals, songs and ceremonial language.