- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
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Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: June 26, 1996
- Invested on: September 13, 1996
In 1994, Lieutenant-Colonel Fraser, then Major, served as Military Assistant to two successive UN Commanders of Sector Sarajevo in Bosnia-Hercegovina. In the performance of his duties, he demonstrated a high level of personal commitment, as well as considerable tact and diplomacy, which exceeded by far the contribution expected of his rank and experience. He effectively promoted good relations among the various countries involved in this multinational effort. Thanks to his exceptional dedication in all operation and planning activities, Lieutenant-Colonel Fraser became a key figure in the success of the mission.
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Meritorious Service Cross
- Awarded on: October 18, 2006
- Invested on: February 19, 2007
As the Commander of Task Force Afghanistan and multinational forces in Afghanistan from March 1 to November 1, 2006, acting Brigadier-General Fraser experienced challenges of a breadth and depth unmatched in Canadian military operations carried out over the past half-century. In complex, intensive counter-insurgency operations, he created the operational conditions that led to a seamless and highly successful transition to NATO command. His exceptional leadership, unflinching resolve and superb professionalism have contributed to enhanced collaboration between the Afghan government, the international community and coalition forces.