Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: April 19, 2013
- Invested on: September 12, 2013
Rank: Honorary Colonel
Since 2009, Honorary Colonel Erker has demonstrated leadership and unwavering support in caring for the well-being of Canadian Armed Forces members as the honorary colonel of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment. His efforts to promote relationships between the military and civilian communities are commendable. Honorary Colonel Erker has also been the driving force behind the creation of Valour Place, Canada’s second military support home for injured serving Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans, as well as members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
