Canadian Forces Decoration (GVI) Size:Full Size since 17 Sept 2009

since 17 Sept 2009

or to a Canadian Forces or allied formation or unit outside territorial limits of Canada under the operational control of a NATO headquarters

Awarded for an aggregate of 180 days of honourable service performed outside Canada beginning 1 July 2007

and each ribbon has its own criteria

Any return to the Area of Operation (AOO) during this break period will be considered to be a continuation of the previous deployment

Canadian Forces Decoration (GVI) Size:Full Size since 17 Sept 2009The Canadian Forces Decoration is awarded to officers, and to the men and women of the Canadian Forces who have completed twelve years of service. The medal is awarded to all ranks, who must have a good record of conduct during the final eight years of claimed service. The medal is awarded to the regular forces, reserve forces and to officers to the Cadet Instructors List (CIL). Service in the regular and reserve of auxiliary forces of the British