Issued: 19-May-1942, London Gazette
"For good service in HMCS Moose Jaw in action against enemy submarines and in rescuing survivors from a merchantman."
Issued: 26-Dec-1942, Canada Gazette
"For gallant services in action with enemy submarines while serving in HMCS Oakville. Lieutenant Lawrence was in charge of a boarding party of two which attempted to prevent the scuttling of a U-boat. With complete disregard for his own safety, this officer, accompanied by a Petty Officer, boarded the U-boat and, having subdued the enemy crew, he took action in an endeavour to prevent the scuttling of the U-boat, notwithstanding the fact that it was then sinking. His spirited and determined conduct was worthy of the highest traditions of the Royal Canadian Navy."