1994, Vancouver – The Royal Canadian Mounted Police recognized the work of the “Ratanak Project” and presented Brian McConaghy with the Commissioner’s Commendation for outstanding service for his humanitarian efforts in Cambodia.
1998, Ottawa – The Governor General of Canada awarded Brian McConaghy with the Meritorious Service Medal for “dedication to the people of Cambodia that has brought honour to Canada”.
2002, Vancouver – the Government of Canada awarded Brian McConaghy the Golden Jubilee Medal for the work of Ratanak International in Cambodia.
2006, Phnom Penh, Cambodia – The Canadian Ambassador on behalf of the Vancouver Police issued a Chief Constable’s Certificate of Appreciation to Ratanak International for assistance with “Project SADO”, a successful international child sex crimes investigation. This was accompanied by a Chief Constable’s Unit Citation awarded to Brian McConaghy in Vancouver in the same year.
2008, Cambridge, Ontario – The Bridgeway Foundation awarded Ratanak International with the R.L.Petersen Award for innovation demonstrated in the
non-profit sector regarding programs to assist Cambodian human trafficking victims.
2010, Winnipeg – “Honouring Heroes” Stop Human Trafficking National Awards Ceremony, Brian McConaghy received the International Freedom Award for the work of Ratanak International in the prevention of human trafficking and child exploitation in Cambodia.
2013, Vancouver – In recognition of International Peace Week in November, YMCA Peace Medals are given to local individuals who have had significant impact on the lives of others. Brian McConaghy received the award for his dedication to strengthening Cambodian communities through Ratanak International by employing and encouraging peaceful solutions to violence, conflict, discrimination and justice.
2014, Vancouver – Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to Ratanak International for their assistance with a successful RCMP investigation in Cambodia. This award was for advancing the investigation by collecting potential evidence, managing key witnesses and navigating the cultural landscape of Cambodia.