Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 19, 2022
• Invested on: October 03, 2024

François Girard, O.C.
Montréal, Quebec

Internationally renowned multidisciplinary artist François Girard has distinguished himself as a producer, screenwriter and stage director for film, opera, theatre and circus. His work has garnered a multitude of international awards and has showcased Canadian talent abroad. From Thirty-Two Short Films About Glenn Gould and The Red Violin, to Œdipus rex / Symphony of Psalms and Parsifal, his artistic achievements have captivated broad and eclectic audiences around the world.