The YWCA Metro Vancouver is accepting nominations for the annual Women of Distinction Awards.
The national award honours women "whose outstanding activities and achievements contribute to the well-being and future of our community," a news release states.
There is also an award category honouring businesses and organizations that support the diverse needs of their employees.
Individual nominees must live and work in Metro Vancouver and businesses and organizations must operate within the Metro Vancouver region, including Hope, Pemberton, Sunshine Coast and the United States border.
Deadline for submission is Jan. 22 at 12 p.m. The online nomination form can be obtained at www.ywcawomenofdistinction.org or by calling 604-895-5768.