National Order of Quebec

The National Order of Quebec (in French Ordre national du Québec) is an order of merit bestowed by the government of Quebec, Canada. It was instituted by the government of Premier René Lévesque, and is one of the most prestigious honours in Quebec and French America. It is partly inspired by the French Legion of Honour.

Council

The Council of the National Order of Quebec (Conseil de l'Ordre national du Québec), elected by and amongst the members of the Order, is mandated to short-list candidates based on the results of calls for nomination published in daily and weekly newspapers in Quebec. The Council’s suggestions are given to the premier, who submits them to Cabinet for final approval.

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