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providing local expertise
NATO Service (1951–2004)
Eligible service under both criteria may be combined to reach the 45-day minimum
in a clearly defined locality and for a specified duration
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Special Service Medal (EIIR) Type:Miniature w/Alert Bar providing local expertiseSpecial Service Medal (SSM) The Special Service Medal (SSM) recognizes members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) who have performed service under exceptional circumstances, in a clearly defined locality and for a specified duration. Approved activities are those that were underway on 11 June 1984 or established thereafter. The medal is always issued with a bar that specifies the special service being recognized each bar having its own eligibility