London Officer Cadet who died by suicide recognized [Video]

A ceremony was held inside the Wolseley Barracks on Friday, honouring the family of Officer Cadet Brett Cameron who died by suicide at the Royal Military College in Kingston, Ont. in 2016.

It was an overwhelmingly emotional day for Angela Cameron-Jolly, as she was awarded a Memorial Cross from the Canadian Military, something she said she’s waited almost a decade to receive.

“It’s a recognition not just for him, but it’s a recognition from his peers, and I think that’s the most important part of this. And obviously we all know and love Brett, his family and friends. But to be recognized by the military for his service and his dedication is, is just overwhelming,” said Cameron-Jolly.

According to the Canadian Military, the Memorial (Silver) Cross is granted by His Majesty’s Canadian Government as a memento of personal loss and sacrifice in respect of military personnel who lay down their …