The Doris Giller Prize is a prestigious Canadian literary award established in 1994. It honors the best English-language fiction book published in Canada during the previous year. The prize was created in memory of Doris Giller, a prominent literary journalist, and is awarded annually to recognize outstanding contributions to Canadian literature. The award includes a monetary prize, which encourages authors to continue their work in fiction. A panel of judges, typically composed of writers and literary critics, evaluates the submissions. The Doris Giller Prize has become a significant accolade in the Canadian literary community, celebrating diverse voices and storytelling.