History, Meaning and Significance
When one thinks of medals, the image of veterans gathered for Remembrance Day often comes to mind. But while these honours are generally associated with military service, civilian equivalents exist to honour exceptional contributions to the nation in time of war, or for outstanding acts of citizenship.

Orders, Decorations and Medals
View the Canadian Medals and Decorations in their digitized glory, along with explanations of their history and criteria for their presentation.

The Mounting and Wearing of Decorations, Campaign Stars, and Medals The following is provided in order that those awarded War Decorations, Campaign Stars and Medals, particularly those earned during the First World War, the Second World War and the Korean War, may know how they should be mounted and worn.

Medal Information
Contact information for medals and decorations.

Frequently Asked Questions
Requests for medals have come in from Veterans, families of deceased Veterans, as well as requests for general information, verification for additional awards, and much more.