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Lord Strathcona Medal 

Deadline to apply 15-Apr-2026

The Lord Strathcona Medal is one of the highest awards which can be bestowed upon a cadet/JCR.  It is awarded annually to cadets/JCRs to recognize exemplary performance in physical training as well as their service, performance, example and excellence as a cadet/JCR. 

The Lord Strathcona Medal, the certificate and the lapel pin are awarded through the Lord Strathcona Trust.

Criteria

The recipient must have a comprehensive knowledge of the activities of the Cadet/JCR Program and must meet the following requirements:

  1. display a high level of physical fitness;

  2. have completed three years as a cadet/JCR;

  3. have completed all requirements of their corps/sqn/patrol training program in the year of nomination; and

  4. be regarded by peers and supervisors as exemplifying the model cadet/JCR.

Application process:

Email a one page explanation of why you believe you deserve this medal , eligibility and relevant qualifications to CI Bateman NLT 21h00 15-April-2026

Jordynn.bateman@cadets.gc.ca