Awards

This tribute highlights the exceptional career of Mr Savoie, a pioneer in the field who imagined, transformed and inspired the retirement home sector, as well as his commitment and positive impact on the community. It also highlights the collective mission of Les Résidences Soleil, which is to provide a warm, family-oriented and accessible environment for all seniors.

« It is an honour for me to speak today on behalf of Québecor to present this career achievement award to a man who embodies dedication, vision and, of course, passion. Mr. Eddy Savoie. 

Québecor is proud to support initiatives that value the leaders of our community. Presenting this award today is much more than a simple gesture of recognition: it is also an opportunity to highlight Mr. Savoie’s exceptional contributions, not only in the field of seniors’ residences, but in the ongoing improvement of the quality of life of citizens. His human vision and commitment have left a deep imprint on the lives of so many Quebec families. Under his leadership, Les Résidences Soleil has become a model of outstanding excellence, and he has built a true legacy of trust and well-being for our seniors.

On behalf of Québecor and our entire community, I would like to thank Mr. Savoie for his remarkable work and present him with this award in tribute to his exceptional career. Congratulations, Mr. Savoie, on this remarkable achievement.» — Mr. Michael Drolet, Sales Director and Special Projects, Québecor

«The Recognition Awards are much more than a celebration. They honor individuals and teams who stand out for their daily commitment to seniors. The seniors’ residences sector is evolving rapidly, and these winners embody innovation and excellence. »  — Mr. Marc Fortin, President and CEO, RQRA

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This certification attests that over 50% of our annual food purchases come from Quebec, reinforcing our support for the regional economy. This commitment has been an integral part of the Savoie family’s values since the company was founded, with the aim of reinvesting in Quebec and promoting local products.

This distinction reflects our constant efforts to offer meals prepared with quality local ingredients, while respecting rigorous food safety standards. Our aim is to guarantee nutritious and tasty meals, while contributing to the development of our communities.

Canada’s Best Managed Companies (since 2003)

Les Résidences Soleil has been honoured and acknowledged as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for a 21^th consecutive year. The company now accumulates 21 years as member of the prestigious Best Managed Platinum Club.

This award is a sought-after symbol of excellence among Canadian-owned and managed companies. The Platinum Club symbolizes the very pinnacle among award winners, paying tribute to the “best of the best,” i.e., companies that have been on the country’s Best Managed list for at least six consecutive years. In this regard, Groupe Savoie is proud of its standing as a Platinum Club member for an impressive ten years in a row! Canada’s Best Managed Companies, created in 1993, is the premier ranking system for Canadian companies. The hundreds of companies that enter the contest each year undergo a strict evaluation process, including an analysis of their financial results, overall performance and sustainable growth. The awards are a means of putting a spotlight on Canadian companies that have a solid strategy, exceptional capabilities, commitment and return on investment.

Read the articles: 2024, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2013, 2010

Consumer’s Choice since 2003

Les Résidences Soleil has been a Consumer Choice Award winner every year since 2003, in other words, for 21 consecutive years.

The Consumer Choice Award team partners with Léger Marketing to obtain feedback from thousands of consumers and businesses through an exhaustive national survey. For us, this is not only a true pledge of quality and trust, but also an honour that serves to differentiate us.

“Consumer Choice Award has been helping people make the best choices since 1987. It is the only organization to identify the best service providers in various categories by means of an independent, statistically accurate market survey. Consumer Choice Award recipients are selected by you, the consumer, rather than by a committee of judges. Each year, consumers from across Canada are surveyed and asked about their opinions, perceptions and expectations of the daily services they benefit from. Léger Marketing, Canada’s leading market survey company, is mandated to survey both consumers and organizations. Only the top-ranked companies are selected for consideration. The Consumer Choice Award logo is considered a mark of excellence and serves to identify those companies that were selected as exceptional service providers.” – Consumer Choice Award 

Read the articles: 2024, 2023, 2021, 2018, 2016

Special Mention from the Annual Conference

A true pioneer in the sector of seniors residences in Quebec, Mr. Eddy Savoie receives the Annual Conference’s Honourable Mention Award from the Quebec Seniors’ Housing Group (QSHG) to highlight his life’s work.

The QSHG Distinction Awards recognize seniors residences for their exceptional contributions toward improving the lives of their residents. On November 7, 2019 during the 7th edition of the Quebec Seniors’ Housing Group’s Annual Conference, three seniors residences, six employees, and an entrepreneur who has contributed to the growth of this business sector were honoured with an award. 

“The Distinction Awards honour the finest in private seniors residences. They highlight the remarkable contributions of kindhearted people who work every day to provide the best quality of life for their residents,” – Yves Desjardins, President and CEO of QSHG. Read more in our

News section : Special Mention Award from the Annual Conference and Social and Community Engagement Award

2017 RQRA Coup de Coeur Award

Les Résidences Soleil Manoir St-Laurent won the 2017 «Coup de Cœur» award for Its «All togheter for Monarchs» price at the RQRA Annual Conference.

The RQRA Annual Conference is designed to congratulate the residences that continually contribute to improving the quality of life of their residents by awarding five Distinction Awards annually, among the small and large seniors’ residences across Quebec. The coveted «Coup de Cœur» award was won by a vote among all the members of the group, choosing among a hundred anonymous projects, the project he would most like to achieve in their home. Especially since this award distinction allows to highlight the most beautiful creations in residences for seniors.

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2016 RQRA Coup de Coeur Award

Les Résidences Soleil Manoir Boucherville won the ”Prix Coup de Coeur 2016” awarded by the Regroupement québécois des residences pour aînés (RQRA) for its project : “À vos cœurs, prêt? Santé!”.

The members of the RQRA highlighted the merit of Les Résidences Soleil Manoir Boucherville, by giving them the ”Prix Coup de Coeur 2016” among the Distinction Awards for the project “À vos cœurs, prêt? Santé!”. This project was put in place to increase healthy lifestyles through eating habits, prevention and physical, intellectual and social activity. The winner of this Distinction Award was voted by the residences member of the RQRA, they had to choose their favorite project among the 68 applications submitted. We would like to mention the involvement of all our departments who collaborated on this amazing project.

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2014 RQRA Coup de Coeur Award

Les Résidences Soleil Manoir St-Léonard was awarded the Coup de Coeur prize for his “Act of Love for Christmas”. The residence offered the contest’s winner a free apartment for the rest of her life, as well as 2 weeks stays at no cost to 24 seniors, as part of a television show.

Five retirement residences received recognition from their peers at the annual convention of the Regroupement Québécois des residences pour aînés (RQRA) held in Rimouski. For the second consecutive year, the RQRA awarded Distinction Awards to private residences for their outstanding contribution in improving the quality of life of their residents. 

Read the article: 2014

Prix Grand Bâtisseur 2006 : Eddy Savoie 

Gala du Mérite Économique 2006 

This award is given to an individual who has achieved remarkable and exceptional success in his or her field of activity. It highlights the positive actions taken by this candidate during his career, which have contributed to improve the economic situation of the region. This award is presented by the organizing committee of the ”Gala du Mérite Économique”.

Read the article: 2006