- Awarded on: April 20, 1999
Louise Perrin-Bergeron, Sainte-Foy, Que.
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
Louise Perrin-Bergeron has been involved in her community for a number of years. She has been active in the Foi et Partage movement, is part of the programming team for a broadcast produced by the Quebec City Diocese, was a member of the synod council and worked at the Renaissance Growth Centre. She coordinated a workshop at a drop-in centre for young adults with cerebral palsy, and provided assistance at a similar centre for people with emotional problems. Mrs. Perrin-Bergeron also collects and distributes food at food banks to those in need, and makes her cottage available to community groups.