Florence Elizabeth Ball, Saltspring Island, British Columbia
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
Betty Ball, a long-time volunteer with the Saltspring Island United Church, has visited the sick and the homebound, provided transportation and maintained the Church's archives. Ms. Ball has also lent her energy and constructive ideas to the Saltspring Island Community Centre. An untiring advocate for seniors and their well-being, Ms. Ball has served on committees to ensure the availability of adequate housing and services. Organizations that have benefited from her support include the Saltspring Seniors' Services Society, the Meadowbrook Seniors' Residence, and Seniors for Seniors. With her enthusiastic input, often at the executive level, Ms. Ball has enriched the lives of many seniors.