• Awarded on: November 14, 2002

Rita Savoie, Eel River Crossing, New Brunswick
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award

A woman who devotes her time and energy to the service of others, Rita Savoie has been involved for over 30 years in many parish activities, including bingos, fundraising and bazaars. She is president of the New Brunswick Non-Profit Housing Association and chairs the board of directors of the Manoir de la Rivière, a home for seniors. Despite her busy schedule, she is always prepared to help others, whether by serving communion or driving people to appointments.