By Mina Kerr-Lazenby Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The nominees for the 41st edition of the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards have been announced, with 17 of the women in the running for the award from West Vancouver, North Vancouver and Lions Bay. The annual awards honour the individuals and organisations whose “outstanding activities and achievements” have contributed to the well-being and future of the community, said the organisation. This year, 106 nominees have been chosen from across Metro Vancouver. Split into 12 categories, the nominees represent achievements in the likes of arts and culture, business, community commitment, education, environmental stewardship, reconciliation and health. North Vancouver’s own Orene Askew, DJ, Squamish Nation councillor, and motivational speaker, is up for the Arts, Culture and Design award. Nominated in the Business and the…
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