Honouring 50 Years of Trailblazing Women. Join YWCA Hamilton.

Legacy in Action. Future in Focus.

The YWCA Hamilton Women of Distinction Awards honours women and girls whose leadership and impact create lasting change in Hamilton and Halton. In celebration of International Women’s Day, we recognize these trailblazers and their achievements — while raising vital funds to empower women, girls, and gender-diverse people.

Now in its 50th year, Women of Distinction stands as a powerful celebration of community, resilience and collective achievement.

Meet our Awards Gala Emcee

Libby Ward is a creator, speaker, and fierce advocate for women and mothers. Her work has been featured on the BBC and GMA, and she is a member of Reese Witherspoon’s inaugural Hello Sunshine Collective. Known for her honesty and humor, Libby connects with millions of women through her social media platforms and creates spaces where moms feel seen and empowered to reclaim their time and well-being. Her book Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind and Finding Myself explores the realities of modern motherhood and her healing journey to becoming a more present parent and whole person. Available for pre-order.