Meritorious Service Cross(All Divisions) Type/Size:Civil Division/Miniature Size The change was made because

The change was made because the SSM is reserved for members of the CF only and there was desire to recognize police officers and Canadian civilians serving with the CF and the police in humanitarian missions

Miniature Size medal comes with 5 inches of ribbon (16mm wide)

with the inscription:

The inverse side of the medal has an Alberta Wild Rose circumscribed with the words 'In Service Of Albertans'

The Canadian Star of Military Valour shall be awarded for distinguished and valiant service in the presence of the enemy

Meritorious Service Cross(All Divisions) Type/Size:Civil Division/Miniature Size The change was made becauseThe Meritorious Service Cross recognizes a military deed or activity that has been performed in an outstandingly professional manner, according to a rare high standard that brings considerable benefit or great honour to the Canadian Forces or the Canadian public.. This full size reproduction medal comes loose and with 8 inches of quality ribbon (32mm wide). The miniature size medal comes loose and with 5 inches of quality ribbon (16mm wide). Medal