Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2012-08-22
Invested on: 2012-08-22
Sergeant Burdeyny served as second in command and team leader of a village stability operations team, in Panjwayi, Afghanistan. He displayed skill and professionalism throughout his mentoring of Afghan security forces and brought stability to the area of operations. On April 2, 2011, despite having been injured by an improvised explosive device and under threat of insurgent attack, he successfully coordinated a medical evacuation of his fellow soldiers. Sergeant Burdeyny unwavering leadership and dedication have brought considerable honour to the Canadian Forces.