- Westport, Ontario, Canada
Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
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Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: July 10, 2007
- Invested on: October 12, 2007
From March 2006 to February 2007, Colonel Lewis served as the deputy commander of Joint Task Force Afghanistan. He led and shaped the development of a cohesive, confident and well-prepared task force that excelled at both intense close combat and humanitarian efforts. With vision and insight of a rare high standard, he transformed the construct of national command, setting the conditions for the coherent delivery of Canadian efforts across Kandahar province. His exceptional leadership and complete dedication to the success of the overall mission of Joint Task Force Afghanistan reflects the highest standards of professionalism in the Canadian Forces.
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Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: February 23, 2012
- Invested on: November 15, 2012
As commander of Task Force Jerusalem from July 2009 to July 2010, Colonel Lewis provided leadership to Canada’s contribution to the United States Security Coordinator’s mission to support Palestinian Authority security sector reform. Both a diplomat and soldier, he forged strong relationships with American, Israeli and Palestinian stakeholders and played a key role in ensuring the long-term viability of growing Palestinian security forces. Colonel Lewis’ efforts enhanced relations with key allies and highlighted Canada’s role in the Middle East peace process.
This is the second Meritorious Service Medal for Colonel Lewis.