Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Cross
Awarded on: 2011-02-02
Invested on: 2011-06-10
Petty Officer 2nd Class Bédard was deployed to Afghanistan as a physician assistant from March to November 2009. As the senior medical authority at the remote Forward Operating Base Ma’Sum Ghar, he became a pioneer in the application of advanced medical techniques normally reserved for medical officers. Operating in an incredibly austere environment without the benefit of modern medical facilities, he drew universal praise from other medical personnel, including specialists in the field. With unwavering dedication, he provided exceptional care to our soldiers at this remote location, and brought great credit to the Canadian Forces.