British Columbia Police Valorous Service Medal, Miniature excluded-retail only exercises or Canadian missions) flown

exercises or Canadian missions) flown outside the territorial waters and airspace of Canada are eligible

Awarded for six months service on active operations for the Army and Navy and two months for active air-crew service

The period served in a police service must have been within Alberta for 20 years or longer and does not include any period of leave to serve with the Armed Forces or another agency or organization

Service recognized by another Canadian honour is not eligible

British Columbia Police Valorous Service Medal, Miniature excluded-retail only exercises or Canadian missions) flownThis is the highest award for a police officer in British Columbia. It involves an act of exceptional valour in the face of extreme hazard. It is awarded to police officers who took action for the benefit of others despite knowing they placed themselves at substantial risk of death or serious injury. Medal Details Full Size Medal: Includes 8 inches of ribbon (32mm wide). Miniature Medal: Includes 5 inches of ribbon (16mm wide). Mounting: This medal is