Jennifer Bennett Explained

Honorific Prefix:	Rear-Admiral
Jennifer Bennett
Allegiance:	Canada
Branch:	/ Canadian Forces Maritime Command
Serviceyears:	1976–2019
Rank:	Rear-Admiral
Commands:	Chief of Reserves and Cadets (2011–2015) Commander of the Naval Reserve (2007–2011) HMCS Malahat (1995-1998)

Rear-Admiral Jennifer J. Bennett, is a retired Canadian Forces Naval Reserve officer. In 2011, she served as Chief of Reserves and Cadets. As such, she was the highest ranking reservist in the Canadian Armed Forces and the most senior woman in the Royal Canadian Navy.^{[1] [2]} She served as commanding officer of HMCS Malahat from 1995 to 1998, and as Commander of the Naval Reserve from 2007 to 2011.^[3] She was named as one of Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women in 2011.^[4]

Honours

In 2004, Bennett was appointed an Officer of the Order of Military Merit (OMM) in recognition of "outstanding meritorious service in duties of responsibility".^[5] In 2012, she promoted to Commander of the Order of Military Merit (CMM) in recognition of "outstanding meritorious service and demonstrated leadership in duties of great responsibility".^[6]

In June 2015, Bennett was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws (LLD) degree by the University of Alberta.

Awards and decorations

Bennett's personal awards and decorations include the following:

Ribbon	Description	Notes
	Order of Military Merit (CMM)	Appointed Commander (CMM) on 17 October 2012^[7] Appointed Officer (OMM) on 29 September 2004^[8]
	125th Anniversary of the Confederation of Canada Medal	Decoration awarded in 1992
	Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal	Decoration awarded in 2002^[9] Canadian version
	Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal	Decoration awarded in 2012^[10] Canadian version
	Canadian Forces' Decoration (CD)	with three Clasp for 42 years of service

CDS Commendation

Notes and References

1. Web site: Lingley. Scott. Trailblazing naval commander receives honorary degree. University of Alberta. 9 May 2016. 9 June 2015.
2. News: Canadian Forces welcomes first female admiral as Chief, Reserves and Cadets. 9 May 2016. The Hamilton Spectator. 31 May 2011.
3. Web site: Rear-Admiral Bennett J.J., OMM, CD. 9 May 2016. pdf.
4. Web site: Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women. George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight. Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. 9 May 2016. 2011.
5. Web site: Rear-Admiral Jennifer J. Bennett, CMM, CD. Sister Leadership. 9 May 2016. 2013.
6. Web site: Order of Military Merit Investiture Ceremony. The Governor General of Canada. 9 May 2016. 6 November 2013.
7. Web site: The Governor General of Canada List. Gouvernment of Canada .
8. Web site: The Governor General of Canada List. Gouvernment of Canada .
9. Web site: The Queen Golden Jubilee Medal List. The Governor General of Canada.
10. Web site: The Queen Diamond Jubilee Medal List. The Governor General of Canada.