Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2011-02-09
Invested on: 2011-12-13
As second-in-command of an Operational Mentor and Liaison Team from April to October 2009, Warrant Officer Ouellet was instrumental in improving the operational success of the Afghan National Army soldiers stationed at Strongpoint Lakokhel. His skilled coordination of artillery and air support during numerous insurgent attacks greatly enhanced the strongpoint’s ability to repel insurgent actions. Warrant Officer Ouellet’s leadership and tactical acumen enabled Afghan soldiers to improve their soldiering skills and brought great credit to the Canadian Forces.