2026 YWCA TORONTO DISTINCTION AWARDS

THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 AT THE CARLU

Join us for the 45th YWCA Toronto Distinction Awards, presented by Elmwood Spa and Bangkok Garden at the Carlu. This special evening honours the achievements of remarkable champions of gender equity while raising essential funds for women, girls and gender diverse people in our city.

Meet the 2026
Distinction Award Recipients


For media inquiries, contact Kim Quashie, Manager of Communications and Marketing
at 416.660.9483 | KQuashie@ywcatoronto.org


Early Bird Tickets Now on Sale!

 

Early Bird Tickets are just $195.00. Available until April 30th.
Note: Early Bird Tickets do not include reserved seating.
A partial tax receipt will be issued.
Purchase Early Bird Tickets

Act fast! Limited number of tickets available.


Event Schedule:

 

5:30 P.M.
NETWORKING RECEPTION & SILENT AUCTION

 

7:00 P.M.
AWARDS CEREMONY & DINNER

 

9:00 P.M.
AFTER PARTY & SILENT AUCTION PRIZE PICK UP

 

Watch our event highlight video for a glimpse of this incredible evening of celebration, inspiration and hope. Highlighting our 2025 award recipients, and the impact of your support, we are sure this video will excite you for what is to come at the 2026 #YWCADistinction Awards!


Table Options:

 

Turning Points Partner / Corporate Table: $7,000

Reserved table of 10 with priority seating and public recognition.
Partial tax receipt of $5,750 will be issued.

 

Community Supporter Table: $4,000

Reserved table of 10 for community (non-profit) organizations.
Partial tax receipt of $2,750 will be issued.

 

For more information about the event, to purchase a table or to make a donation, please contact:
Anna Borges, Manager of Events & Volunteers
ABorges@ywcatoronto.org | 416-961-8101 ext. 365


Interested in Sponsoring Our Event?

 

Be a part of this inspiring night and showcase your brand to influential leaders, change-makers, and community members. As a corporate sponsor, you will receive exclusive benefits, visibility, and access to the gala’s high-profile audience.

 

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Faith Feingold, Head of Major Gifts and Planned Giving
FFeingold@ywcatoronto.org | 416-735-0832 (m)

ABOUT THE YWCA TORONTO DISTINCTION AWARDS

For 45 years, YWCA Toronto has celebrated the remarkable lives and work of changemakers in our community. They are your colleagues, teachers, friends, mentors, and neighbours. The award recipients are visionaries committed to creating a place at the table for women, girls and gender diverse people and shattering glass ceilings. Each year, YWCA Toronto recognizes extraordinary women and gender diverse people who advance gender equity in a range of areas such as business, education, social justice, advocacy, arts, health, philanthropy and more.

2026 Recipients

Award Recipients

Meet the 2026 Distinction Award Recipients.

2025 Women of Distinction - three smiling women in front of YWCA Toronto logo step and repeat

Image Gallery

View images of our 2025 Awards.

two women holding award

Alum

Help us grow our Distinction Fund in honour of our Circle of Distinction members.

Contact Us


For more information, contact:
Jacqueline Willis, Event and Stewardship Officer
JWillis@ywcatoronto.org