Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 8, 2014
• Invested on: February 13, 2015

For her contributions to Quebec literature and to the development of literary life as a poet.

A major figure in Quebec poetry, Denise Desautels is considered one of the most exceptional prose writers in the province. She has published a dense, diversified body of work that has been translated into several languages and has earned her numerous awards. Through her original approach, which is characterized by her collaboration with visual artists, she has contributed to the renewal of the artistic language of her field. Moreover, her commitment to the literary scene makes her a passionate spokesperson in Quebec and around the world.