Today at Valcartier Garrison, Lieutenant-General Marquis Hainse, Commander Canadian Army (CCA), presented Master Corporal (Retired) Stéphanie Raymond with her Master Corporal appointment. MCpl (Ret’d) Raymond was also presented with her Canadian Forces Decoration and Certificate of Service.

These recognitions were confirmed on December 18, 2014, by the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Tom Lawson, in his response to MCpl (Ret'd) Raymond's grievances regarding irregularities in the administration of her career.

The three presentations represent the first step in addressing the issues she raised in her grievances and reflect the appointment and recognition MCpl (Ret’d) Raymond merited upon retirement.

Quick Facts

• The Canadian Forces' Decoration is awarded to officers and Non-Commissioned Members of the Canadian Armed Forces who have completed 12 years of service. The decoration is awarded to all ranks, who have a good record of conduct.
• A Certificate of Service is a document with an official seal attesting to the member’s years of service.