Announced on October 28, 2026, the nomination recognizes Professor Giroux, who teaches at the School of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa, alongside four other authors shortlisted in the Non-fiction category.
Presented annually, the Governor General’s Literary Awards celebrate excellence in Canadian literature and recognize the outstanding work of authors from across the country. The awards honour literary achievements in both English and French across several categories.
In Penser croche, Professor Giroux explores the foundations of Quebec's political imagination, from the Holy Family to queer analysis, inviting readers to reconsider the ideas, narratives and influences that have shaped Quebec's political identity and continue to resonate today.
Through an original and thought-provoking perspective, the book challenges conventional ways of understanding political thought and encourages readers to examine contemporary political realities through a different lens.
Professor Giroux's nomination is a significant recognition of her intellectual and literary contribution to discussions surrounding Quebec's political and cultural landscape.
Congratulations to Professor Giroux on this well-deserved recognition!