Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: August 14, 2020
- Invested on: November 08, 2021
Rank: Colonel
From June 2018 to November 2019, Colonel Strickland served in the Republic of Korea as the commander of the Canadian Contingent and the deputy chief of staff Operations, United Nations Command Headquarters. In an uncertain and dynamic security situation, his tremendous leadership and professionalism were instrumental in establishing the Canadian Contingent, revitalizing United Nations Command, and implementing confidence-building measures between the two Koreas in order to restore lasting peace. Colonel Strickland’s efforts greatly enhanced Canada’s reputation and visibility in the region.
