Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: May 3, 2021
- Invested on: November 04, 2021
Rank: Commander
From July 2019 to January 2020, Commander Nelson displayed remarkable leadership while deployed to the Mediterranean as commanding officer of Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Halifax, during its term as flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 2. He successfully led the fleet in locating and monitoring Russian forces, participating in large-scale operations and exercises with other NATO and allied nations, and executing strategic engagements in foreign ports to advance Canada’s global interests. Commander Nelson’s professionalism contributed to Canada’s high standing among its allies.
