[8] Chosen for their credibility, the members of the council of the Order of Montreal thoroughly review each application to ensure the prestige of the institution.

Its main mandate is to review the files submitted following the annual call for nominations and to make recommendations for admission to the Order.

[citation needed] This role includes the assigning of a rank – commander, officer or knight – for each selected nominee, based on the scope of their achievements.

Council members will take into consideration the scope, originality and impact of the achievements on community life, as well as any specific factor deemed relevant.

[citation needed] Large-format photos of each recipient are also displayed at city hall along the route taken by guided tours.