The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) is an organization made of the greatest scientists, artists and intellectuals of Canada. The RSC has nearly 2,000 members and receives about 80 new members each year. When new members join the RSC, they participate in a tradition of recognizing intellectual excellence dating back over 125 years. They are also part of the RSC's commitments to promoting knowledge sharing and expert advice objectives in Canada and the world. Members of the RSC are selected by their peers for their outstanding contributions to the arts, literature and science, and public life of Canada. Being a member of the RSC is one of the highest honors that can be received for artistic and intellectual achievements in Canada.