Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 1995-07-26
Invested on: 1995-09-15
Major Blouin planned and commanded the national support element for the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda in June 1994. Through his exceptional abilities and dynamic character, he supported and ensured the well-being of all members of the Canadian military in this theatre of operations. In addition, he provided support far exceeding the responsibilities assigned to him, serving the entire United Nations contingent until a civilian contract could be established. This action helped support the contingent during the critical phase at the outset of the mission.