Nominations Open for the 43rd YWCA Women of Distinction Awards
Nominations for the 43rd annual YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards are now open until November 28, 2025.
Nominations for the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards
The Women of Distinction Awards presented by Scotiabank will take place on May 7, 2026. This is your opportunity to recognize an outstanding woman or organization by nominating them for an award. The award categories include:
- Arts, Culture, & Design
- Business & the Professions
- Community Champion
- Education, Training, & Development
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Environmental Sustainability
- Health & Wellness
- Non-profit
- Reconciliation
- Research, The Sciences & Technology
- Young Woman of Distinction
Register for an information session on September 2nd if you would like tips and information about submitting your nominations. View the FAQ page for answers to frequently asked questions or watch this video on how to successfully submit a nomination.
Nominations will close on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 5:00pm.
Nominations that recognize the contributions of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals are strongly encouraged.
YWCA Metro Vancouver
YWCA Metro Vancouver is dedicated to achieving women’s equality. Their mission is to touch lives help build bright futures for women and their families through advocacy and integrated services that foster economic independence, wellness and equal opportunities.
Miss604 is a proud sponsor of the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards, since 2010.
