10/20/2025
✨ Stepping Into Your Power ✨
There’s something magnetic about walking into a room that celebrates influence, impact, and authenticity. The WIN Awards isn’t just an event—it’s a movement that reminds us all that power isn’t something you’re given… it’s something you own.
This night is all about standing tall, shining bright, and embracing every part of your story—the wins, the wounds, and the rise. 💫
Huge shoutout to Gauva for this epic silver dress that paired perfectly with Blaise’s signature cape—a symbol of strength, courage, and unapologetic confidence. Together, they made a statement: Power looks good on all of us.
The Event of the Year is BACK! 🔥
The Women of Influence Nanaimo Awards celebrate the achievements of women, non-binary, 2-spirit, and gender-diverse role models who are making a lasting impact in our community.
There are 11 Awards Categories: Business Impact, Creative Innovator, Breathe Fire, Arts & Culture, Matriarch(55+), Health & Wellness, Fan the Flame (Ally), Community & Social Responsibility, Trades, STEM & Youth Resiliency(13-30).
Nominations & Tickets NOW OPEN
Who will you Nominate?
💥Your friends /loved ones
💥Colleagues
💥Yourself (yes, we encourage self-nominations)
The nomination period will run from October 1st to October 31st, or until we reach 150 submissions, whichever comes first.
Beyond celebration, the WIN Awards support a powerful cause. Held during Sexual & Reproductive Health Awareness Week, proceeds sustain the Footprints: Infertility & Pregnancy Loss Support Society — a Nanaimo-based, award-winning registered nonprofit providing free mental health support and advocacy for families navigating infertility and loss. Footprints also champions inclusive workplace policies that normalize reproductive health for all.