The Émile Nelligan Award

The Émile Nelligan Award is a literary honor given in recognition of outstanding contributions to poetry or literature, often named after the renowned Québécois poet Émile Nelligan. It typically celebrates poets, writers, or literary figures who demonstrate exceptional talent, creativity, and impact within the literary community. The award helps elevate and promote Quebecois cultural and literary achievements, encouraging new and established writers to continue their artistic pursuits. It is a prestigious mark of recognition within the French-speaking literary world, highlighting noteworthy contributions to the arts.