Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2011-02-02
Invested on: 2011-09-20
Major Pépin deployed to Afghanistan in April 2009 as commander of a squadron of combat engineers supporting the Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group. His leadership and technical expertise enabled those under his command to successfully clear roadways that were vital to the movement of Canadian, Afghan and coalition soldiers. Tragically, he was killed in action by an improvised explosive device while commanding a mounted patrol on September 6, 2009.
Major Pépin’s unwavering dedication to Canada’s mission in Afghanistan saved lives and brought great credit to the Canada.