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Tickets

Tickets for the 36th Annual Women of Distinction Awards which takes place on Wednesday May 2nd the Winnipeg Convention Centre will go on sale in March 2012.

For more further ticket information, please call Mel Marginet, Event Coordinator at 831.2975 or email mmarginet@ymcaywca.mb.ca.

Proceeds Support a Range of Programs

All net proceeds from the YMCA-YWCA Women of Distinction Awards are used to support a range of programs that encourage and nurture self-esteem, self reliance, leadership and community involvement, such as:

  • Make Waves - An instructor-led gentle aquatic program designed for women recovering from breast cancer surgery
  • Y Neighbours - A social and supportive group setting for women at 17 locations in and around Winnipeg, involving workshops, guest speakers, group outings and childcare assistance
  • Y Women - A bi-weekly, 55-plus support program that includes speakers, crafts and tours
  • YWCA Canada's Week without Violence - A nationwide initiative designed to build safer neighbourhoods across Canada, including "The Power of Being a Girl" events
  • YMCA-YWCA Youth Leadership Development Programs - A skills development initiative directed at youth 12 - 17 years of age
  • YMCA-YWCA Community Development –  In 2012, funds will support programs for children and youth at the new North Y Youth Centre
  • International YWCA partnerships - Programs that involve women in developing countries with projects such as youth shelters, community economic development and day care centres.

Accessible to All
Consistent with the Y's philosophy of being open and accessible to all, assistance is available if your current financial circumstances are limiting your ability to attend the awards. For more information please contact Mel Marginet, Event Coordinator at 204.831.2975 or email: mmarginet@ymcaywca.mb.ca

 
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