Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey will be hosting the annual International Woman’s Day celebration on March 8 at the Lakeshore Recreation Centre in Port Elgin and is seeking nominations for the Woman of Distinction award.

“Over the years, there have been some phenomenal women nominated,” said Community and Fund Development Coordinator Tiffany Love. “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 still to gather the information and put together a strong application.”

Nominators are encouraged to submit a 250-500 word biography explaining why this person should be recognized as a Woman of Distinction. The final decision will be based on the following criteria:

-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 or Grey County

Nominations for the Woman of Distinction awards will be accepted until February 5, 4 p.m. and the winner will be announced on March 8 at the International Women’s Day event at the Lakeshore Recreation Centre in Port Elgin.

Send your nominations to Tiffany Love, by mail, Box 760, Kincardine, ON N2Z 2Z4, by email, tlove@whsbg.on.ca or by fax, 519-396-7800. If you have any questions or concerns about nominations, International Women’s Day or Women’s House in general, please contact Tiffany at 519-396-9814 ext.225.