Award Type: 
CASW Distinguished Service Award
Award Year: 
2026
Nominating Partner: 
New Brunswick Association of Social Workers / L'association des travailleuses et des travailleurs sociaux du Nouveau-Brunswick
Photo - Jeannine Bourque
Recipient Bio: 

Jeannine Bourque is a social worker from Fredericton, New Brunswick, serving as a Transfer of Learning Specialist for the Department of Social Development. Before her current position, Jeannine spent years working on the front lines, helping numerous individuals and families in roles including Long-Term Care Services, supervising a full Team as a clinical supervisor in Child Welfare Services, supervising social work students, conducting forensic interviews, and providing supportive work with victims of sexual abuse. Jeannine is revered by her peers. She is a leader who sets a positive example for everyone she collaborates with, including coworkers, clients, students, and other professionals she partners with. Her influence is extensive, seen in many New Brunswickers who have benefited from her expertise and knowledge as a social worker.