Issued: 21-Apr-1945, Canada Gazette
"For services in the successful invasion of the south of France in August, 1944."
Issued: 5-Jan-1946, Canada Gazette
"Captain Kelly has served in a variety of appointments including command of HMCS Prince David for twelve months in the English Channel and Mediterranean, and latterly as Naval Officer-in-Charge, Montreal. Throughout his service, his leadership and example have produced the greatest efficiency from those serving under him."