Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2022-05-19
Invested on: 2025-10-07
Fred Pellerin, C.M., C.Q.
Saint-Élie-de-Caxton, Quebec
With a unique flair for eloquence and an ability to play with the sound of words, Fred Pellerin has taken the art of storytelling to new heights. Through his outstanding live performances, he has charmed audiences and critics alike by expressing himself in a colourful and poetic language that speaks to the heart. Rooted in the history of his village of Saint-Élie-de-Caxton, his universal and fantastic stories have showcased Quebec culture throughout the French-speaking world, on stage, in literature and in film.