Nominations sought for Woman of Distinction and Young Woman of Distinction awards

The Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey will be hosting the annual International Woman’s Day Celebration, March 3, 2018, at the Lakeshore Recreation Centre in Port Elgin, and is seeking nominations for the Woman of Distinction award and the Young Woman of Distinction award.

“Over the years, there have been some phenomenal women nominated," says interim executive director Lisa Owen. “It’s a beautifully heart-warming experience to receive those nominations and to celebrate those women for how they have touched the world. Please, if you know a woman of distinction, take the time to nominate her. There’s ample time to gather the information and put together a strong application.”

Nominators are encouraged to submit a 250- to 300-word biography, explaining why this person should be recognized as a Woman of Distinction or Young Woman of Distinction.

The following criteria have been established to guide the Women's House in making its final decision:

Young Woman of Distinction award applies only to young women who are still in school, under the age of majority
Provides inspiration and motivation to others
Recognized as a positive role model through example, mentoring and education
Consistently displays leadership qualities
Promotes and supports equality, improved opportunities and choices in the community
Demonstrates vision, innovation or creativity and the courage to take risks
Advocates positive changes in society through the impact of her activities, particularly for women and girls
Must be a resident of Bruce County or Grey County

Nominations for the annual Woman of Distinction Awards will be accepted until Jan. 31, 2018, at 4 p.m. The winners will be announced March 3, at the International Women’s Day event.

Send your nominations to Michelle Lamont by mail at Box 760, Kincardine, Ontario, N2Z 2Z4, by E-mail at mlamont@whsbg.on.ca or by fax at 519-396-7800.

If you have any questions or concerns about nominations, International Women’s Day or Women’s House in general, contact Lamont at 519-396-9814, Ext.225.