2025 Women of Distinction Awards presented by Graham
Since 1982, the nationally-recognized YWCA Women of Distinction Awards has been honouring and celebrating hundreds of women for their inspirational leadership and extraordinary contributions to the community.
This year our annual event celebrating the remarkable women of Saskatoon will be held May 22, 2025.
All proceeds from the awards events go towards the vital community programs and services YWCA Saskatoon provides.
Click the link below to read about this year’s event.
Women of Distinction and Reconciliation
Women of Distinction and Reconciliation
YWCA Saskatoon operates on Treaty 6 Territory – the traditional homeland of the Nehiyaw and Nehithaw Cree, Dene, Nahkawe Saulteaux, Dakota, Lakota and Nakoda peoples, as well as the homeland of the Métis.
Read more about Truth & Reconciliation at the YWCA.
Changes to Reconciliation in Action Award 2024
YWCA Saskatoon is pausing the Reconciliation in Action Award after reflection on its impact. We remain committed to Truth and Reconciliation and supporting the women and children we serve.
Read more about our decision.
Award Categories, Eligibility & Recipient Selection Process
Nominee Award Categories
Click HereEligibility Requirements
Click HereRecipient Selection Process
Click HereIndependent Selection Committee Scoresheet
Click HereHistorical Women of Distinction
Each year since 1982, YWCA member agencies across Canada celebrate the Women of Distinction Awards. Past recipients have been inspirational women with accomplished careers and important contributions to the greater good of our communities, such as leaders, humanitarians, and athletes. You can find the full list of nominees here: