Guelph Y announces 2017 Women of Distinction

The Guelph Y announced the 30 honorees for the 22nd Annual Women of Distinction fundraising gala on March 29.

 Sue Smith, 2017 Women of Distinction Honorary Chair, hosted a reception on March 29 at the Guelph Y with these 30 honourees.

The Guelph Y invites the community to learn more about these 30 extraordinary women on May 4 at the 22nd Annual Women of Distinction Fundraising Gala, which will take place at the River Run Centre from 6:30 to 10pm.

Tickets for the gala are now available in person at Member Services at the Guelph Y (130 Woodland Glen Dr.) or online at guelphy.org. The night will include a cocktail reception, an awards ceremony, and a dessert reception.

The honourees represent a wide variety of fields from Arts and Culture; Community Champion; Education, Training and Mentorship; Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Health, Wellness and Fitness; Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM); Trades and Labour; and Young Woman of Distinction. Canada’s 150th Community Builder is a special category that has also been added this year.

The Guelph Y received an overwhelming number of nominations this year for so many outstanding leaders and the selection committee chose these 30 inspirational stories to be shared with the community.

For a list of the honourees visit guelphy.org.

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