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Just remember, Canadians in WWI were the original Imperial storm troopers.  Vimy!

Yes, awesome website.  Lots of info.  Had the site bookmarked for awhile.

The description in the link to the GG's website seems to have omitted the part about protecting sovereignty.  I guess that means not likely to go CAF personnel.  Maybe the military should come out with an Arctic Service Medal recognising service in the arctic protecting Canada's northern...

It also says, "It will also honour those individuals who have withstood the rigours of the polar climate to make significant contributions to polar exploration and knowledge, scientific research, and the securement of Canada’s Northern sovereignty." So does sound like it should be made available...

I wonder if this will mean the end of the ALERT (and possibly RANGER) bars to the SSM?  It would seem possible as you would think all arctic related service would go towards the new Polar Medal.  Maybe not, but considering the loss of bars due to CPSM and OSM-HUM, it is possible.