Miss Sipekne'katik Princess Pageant

06/04/2026

2026 MISS SIPEKNE’KATIK PHOTO GALLERY IS LIVE! 👑✨

The memories are in! We are so excited to share the beautiful moments captured during this year's Pageant. Photographer: Heather McDonald. Thank you, Heather! 📸

To our 10 phenomenal princesses—you all absolutely shone on that stage, and we could not be more proud of your hard work, dedication, and grace. You are all true role models!👏🏽

Browse through the album, tag your friends and family, and help us congratulate all of this year's participants in the comments below! ❤️

06/04/2026

05/23/2026

👑 MISS SIPEKNE’KATIK PRINCESS PAGEANT: NIGHT 1! 👑

The wait is officially over! Join us TONIGHT for the Talent & Culture Night of the 2026 Miss Sipekne’katik Princess Pageant! Come out and support the 10 amazing young women participating in this year's pageant as they highlight their culture and showcase their unique talents.

📍 LSK Gymnasium
⏰ Doors open at 6:15 PM | Show kicks off at 7:00 PM
✨ 'Walking in their Footsteps.'

🎥 Can’t make it in person? We are streaming LIVE right here on the Sipekne’katik page!

We are incredibly honoured to introduce the distinguished panel of leaders who have the challenging task of scoring our contestants tonight. In the spirit of our theme, these women have paved incredible paths for our next generation to follow:

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Judges:

👑 Angeline "Angie" Gillis – A proud Mi'kmaw woman and member of Eskasoni First Nation. Angie is a practicing lawyer and made history as the first woman to serve as the Executive Director for The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq (CMM). Throughout her career, she has championed the integration of traditional knowledge and modern science, serving as an inspiring role model for our young women.

👑 Melissa Coolen – A proud member of Sipekne’katik First Nation, Melissa brings a vital community perspective to our panel. Currently serving in our Human Resources Department, she brings professional dedication to supporting and growing our local workforce, reflecting the true heart and talent of Sipekne’katik.

👑 Regional Chief Andrea Paul – A proud member and former 12-year Chief of Pictou Landing First Nation, Andrea is the Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations Nova Scotia Region. Holding a Master of Education in Leadership, she has been a fierce advocate for environmental justice, treaty protection, and cultural education, while also carrying a beautiful passion for traditional arts as a self-taught beader.

See you all at 7:00 PM! 👏🏽❤️

05/20/2026

🎙️ Meet our 2026 Emcees! 🎙️

We are thrilled to introduce the incredible hosts who will be guiding us through the 2026 Miss Sipekne’katik Princess Pageant weekend! Camden Maloney & Charise McDonald.

✨ Camden is our reigning Miss Sipekne’katik! Camden is back on the stage to support this year's contestants, sharing her own pageant experience, leadership, and community pride.

✨ Charise is returning to the microphone as an emcee again this year! She is also a dedicated coordinator, working hard behind the scenes to bring the Nova Scotia Mi'kmaw Summer Games to Sipekne'katik this August.

From cultural showcases to the final grand crowning, these two will be leading the way all weekend long. We can’t wait to see them bring their wonderful energy to the LSK stage!

05/20/2026

👑 The 2026 Miss Sipekne’katik Princess Pageant 👑

Come out and support 10 amazing young women this weekend as they celebrate community, talent, and culture!

📍 Where: LSK School Gymnasium
🎟️ Admission: Free & open to everyone!
📺 Can't make it? Tune in right here on our page for the live stream!

🗓️ Night 1: Culture & Talent Showcase
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Show starts at 7:00 PM

🗓️ Night 2: Formal & Crowning Night
Sunday, May 24th, 2026
Show starts at 7:00 PM

See you all there! Wela’lioq!

05/12/2026

A Royal Invitation: Cultural Showcase

We are seeking Sipekne’katik youth Powwow Dancers ages 5–15 to grace our stage during intermission on Finale Night.

When: Sunday, May 24th, 2026
Where: LSK School
Time: Pageant starts at 7:00 PM | Intermission at 8:00 PM

➡️ Guardians, please email [email protected] with the dancer’s name, age, and dance style. If your dancer is using a track, please provide the song title and artist. Dancers are welcome to bring a drummer. ⬅️

05/06/2026

Kwe'! Hello everyone! My name is Hayven McDonald.

I am 17 years old and currently in Grade 11 at LSK school. I am the proud daughter of Teressa Augustine and Alex McDonald, and I am thrilled to participate in this year's 2026 Miss Sipekne'katik Princess Pageant!

In the coming years, I strive to find success as an entrepreneur and explore the world through travel. When I am not busy with school, I stay active with a wide variety of hobbies, including dancing, skating, baseball, and biking. I also love spending my free time socializing with friends, enjoying the outdoors on my side-by-side, and shopping.

Participating in this pageant is an incredible experience, and I am so excited to share my journey and represent our amazing community.

Special thanks to my sponsors: the Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program, Lil Leftys Bud, and Atlantic Bin Rentals.

05/06/2026

Kwe'! Hello everyone! My name is Kobielynn Marr.✨

I am the proud daughter of Alicia Barnes and Kirby Marr. I am thrilled to participate in the 2026 Miss Sipekne'katik Princess Pageant because it will help me build confidence and allow me to learn more about my culture.

What I love most about our community is the free feeling I get when I’m there and the strong bonds we all share. In my free time, I enjoy art, doing nails, and makeup, and I love helping animals and people whenever I can.

Looking toward the future, I hope to become an environmentalist or work with wildlife, helping animals that need rescuing and rehabilitation.

Being part of this pageant is an opportunity to improve my public speaking skills and show other young girls how to feel confident in themselves.

Special thanks to my sponsors: the Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program, Lil Leftys Bud, and Atlantic Bin Rentals.

05/06/2026

Kwe'! Hello everyone! My name is Rayanna Miller. ✨

I am the proud daughter of Sylvia Sylliboy and John Miller. I am thrilled to participate in the 2026 Miss Sipekne'katik Princess Pageant!

Over the last two years, I have been deeply focused on reconnecting with my Mi'kmaq roots. I have taken the responsibility of learning our language, traditions, and beliefs head-on, and it brings me so much pride to see our community come together for powwows and events.

When I am home, I love to cook and spend time with my sisters. Cooking helps me clear my mind, and I aspire to become an entrepreneur who cooks delicious food and desserts, bringing joy and creating lasting memories.

Participating in this pageant is an incredible milestone. It is an opportunity to build confidence, learn about our culture, and show our youth that our heritage is the best side of who we are.

Special thanks to my sponsors: the Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program, Atlantic Bin Rentals, and Lil Leftys Buds.