08/29/2026
It has been a couple weeks and I would like to share some words of gratitude, I loved the whole experience….I will begin with the MC for the evening of the Gala/Pageant was Dr Lana Potts - she did an amazing job, kept us on time and was very funny.
Councillor Dr Cindy Provost said some opening remarks on behalf of Piikani Leadership.
Gracie Smith outgoing Miss Piikani for MCing the Elders Tea, she did so well for her first time and she’s a natural.
Dolly and Nigel Provost for the sound, lights and back drop, what a great set up they have.
Light House Church, Laura and Doug Iron Shirt for the meal at the Pageant.
The Elders Centre for the Meal at the Elders Tea and Michelle Smith for preparing the treats for the Elders Tea treat bags.
Tyson Wright directed the Grand Entry and the Honor Dance.
The Drum Group - Northstone for drumming and singing for the Elders Tea and the Pageant .
Judges at the Elders Tea:
Serene Weasel Traveller
Irma Small Legs
Patsy English
Judges at the Pageant:
Ashley Wright, Siksika
Candace Shade, Kainai
Janil Meguinnis, Tsuut’ina
Raquel Wildman – Mini Thni (Formerly Stoney Nation)
Tabulators:
Elders Tea : Sarena Provost
Pageant/Gala: Meaghen Simeon, Tsuut’ina
Guest speakers and past Piikani Alumni who gave very heart felt advice to the contestants at the Meet and Greet.
Special Guest Appearance at the Pageant/Gala:
Calgary Stampede First Nations Princess – Reagan First Rider
Reagan, read out the names of the winners, and the outgoing Royalty crowned the incoming Royalty.
Winners:
Little Miss Piikani – Emilee Red Young Man
Jr Miss Piikani - Neveah Provost
Miss Piikani – Haylee Many Guns
Thank you to Hope, Calleigh, Hope and Amanda Grier for the Crowns and Cases. Beautiful just beautiful - amazing craftsmanship.
The Elders and outgoing Little Miss Piikani for opening each event in a good way with prayers.
The pageant committee would like to the the following in-kind donors and sponsors
White Eagle Wellness
Piikani Public Works
Mary Ann McDougall Elders Centre
Piikani Nation
Piikani Nation Celebration
Deerfoot Inn and Casino
Community Futures Treaty Seven
EVR
Ninaamskakii Jewels
Fortis Alberta
Peigan Board of Education
Enmax
Coop
Cals Fun Sox
Tiffany Morning Bull
Theodora Warrior Healy
Caitlyn Morning Bull
Charity Many Guns
Vera Crow Shoe
Dr Lana Potts/ Aisonaki Clinic
Calgary Stampede First Nation Princess Program
Volunteers, Jessica Morning Bull and Lori English for decorating and sitting at the door greeting our guests the evening of the Gala/Pageant.
To the pageant committee, thank you so much for enjoying this journey with me…especially my right and left sides Tiffany Morning Bull and Caitlyn Morning Bull. Tiffany got right to work the next day when I got word I was selected to coordinate the pageant. She was so amazing at getting sponsorships, and donated the ribbons skirts and all the sashes….I don’t know if she has taken out her sewing machine since, she also got the decorations and did some shopping for the gift bags for the contestants. Caitlyn, did the poster, and kept track of the applicants, slide show and shopping for gift bags and any errands that needed to be done.
Theodora coordinated and managed this page, and MCd the Meet and Greet, she did so good and eas the photographer at Meet and Greet and Pageant.
Vera was an amazing Elder Advisor, so much support and guidance.
Charity, helped with the raffle and where she could.
Huge thank you, to everyone who helped make this pageant a success and a great time.
Last but not least, to all the contestants - thank you for being so brave to put yourself forward to enter this event, you are all amazing and I miss you all. I wish you all the best and see you next year. (hand on my heart) ❤️Thank you parents and chaperones for being there for the girls.🙏
If I missed anything please accept my apologies.
Already have wheels spinning for next year if they select me .
He thank you to Ashley Wright for sharing her experience and templates, so appreciated.
Cant forget Kiaora Morning Bull - who helped sew and pick up things we needed, you are very appreciated. ❤️
Thank you 🫶
Shawna
