Laval University awards honorary doctorates to personalities from both the academic world and civil society in Quebec, Canada and around the world.

An honorary doctorate, the highest distinction awarded by the University, is an exceptional brand recognition. The person who receives it has a remarkable and exemplary radiation considered in one of the fields of activity of the University.

Since 1864, the first year that Laval University gave an honorary doctorate, nearly 1,100 were awarded.