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The Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada – WI Canada (FWIC), is the national organization that provides a united voice for all Women’s Institutes across Canada while advocating for national directives in health, poverty, food safety, environmental preservation and community support.
Sunday is the International Day of Women in Multilateralism, an opportunity to celebrate the essential role of women in advancing human rights, peace and sustainable development within the multilateral system.
To build a better, more equal world, we need more women leaders in global decision-making.
via UNESCO
To build a better, more equal world, we need more women leaders in global decision-making.
via UNESCO
NOMINATIONS FOR FWIC NATIONAL AWARDS
ADELAIDE HUNTER HOODLESS CANADIAN WOMAN OF THE YEAR: Nominations are open for the AHH Canadian Woman of the Year and close on March 31, 2026.
Criteria:
1. Profile (max 750 words)
• Exhibits qualities of Adelaide Hoodless
• Leadership
• Gives back to the community (locally, provincially, nationally)
• Inspires others
2. Two Letters of Recommendation (individual or organization – not from Nominator)
3. Completed Application with Nominee’s Photo & Nominator’s Contact Info
4. Women’s Institute Involvement (not necessarily a member)
5. Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Drop off, mail, courier, or email (info@fwic.ca) your completed nomination form and the nominee’s picture to:
Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada
359 Blue Lake Road, PO Box 209
St. George, Ontario N0E 1N0
ERLAND LEE AWARDS
This prestigious award, presented by the Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada, is given to a man who most exemplifies the qualities of Erland Lee that led to the founding of the Women’s Institute.
Criteria:
1. Nominations can come from the branch, district/county, provincial, or national level. Each province is entitled to one nomination per year, except Ontario.
2. Specifics of the nominee’s contribution to Women’s Institutes must be included with the nomination letter and forwarded to the provincial office for approval.
3. Once approved by the provincial office, the name will be sent to the national office. A cheque for $15.00 per certificate, payable to Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada (FWIC) from the nominating branch, must accompany the nomination.
Nominations for the Erland Lee Awards are open and close on March 31, 2026.
ADELAIDE HUNTER HOODLESS CANADIAN WOMAN OF THE YEAR: Nominations are open for the AHH Canadian Woman of the Year and close on March 31, 2026.
Criteria:
1. Profile (max 750 words)
• Exhibits qualities of Adelaide Hoodless
• Leadership
• Gives back to the community (locally, provincially, nationally)
• Inspires others
2. Two Letters of Recommendation (individual or organization – not from Nominator)
3. Completed Application with Nominee’s Photo & Nominator’s Contact Info
4. Women’s Institute Involvement (not necessarily a member)
5. Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Drop off, mail, courier, or email (info@fwic.ca) your completed nomination form and the nominee’s picture to:
Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada
359 Blue Lake Road, PO Box 209
St. George, Ontario N0E 1N0
ERLAND LEE AWARDS
This prestigious award, presented by the Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada, is given to a man who most exemplifies the qualities of Erland Lee that led to the founding of the Women’s Institute.
Criteria:
1. Nominations can come from the branch, district/county, provincial, or national level. Each province is entitled to one nomination per year, except Ontario.
2. Specifics of the nominee’s contribution to Women’s Institutes must be included with the nomination letter and forwarded to the provincial office for approval.
3. Once approved by the provincial office, the name will be sent to the national office. A cheque for $15.00 per certificate, payable to Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada (FWIC) from the nominating branch, must accompany the nomination.
Nominations for the Erland Lee Awards are open and close on March 31, 2026.
