Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2008-06-26
Invested on: 2009-02-13
Colonel Elms, then lieutenant-colonel, was deployed as the Canadian Defence advisor to Afghanistan and Pakistan, from August 2003 to November 2007. His close involvement in both military and diplomatic circles, along with his extensive knowledge base, made him a trusted and valued advisor to senior Canadian officials. His dedication, professionalism and communication skills significantly enhanced Canada’s relationship with both Afghanistan and Pakistan.