Issued: 16-Jun-1945, Canada Gazette
"This Officer has served at sea during the last five years of war in Escort Vessels engaged in the Battle of the Atlantic. He has always displayed qualities of courage and endurance under arduous conditions, and by his unbounded zeal, cheerfulness, and devotion to duty has set an outstanding example to all those with whom he has come in contact. His exemplary services, in keeping with the traditions of the Royal Canadian Navy, are worthy of the highest recognition."