Former Miss Universe Canada Criticizes Pageant Over Indigenous-Themed Costumes
Ashley Callingbull, the first indigenous woman to win Miss Universe Canada, spoke out against the pageant after two contestants wore outfits inspired by indigenous communities during the national costume competition. Callingbull called the outfits 'cultural appropriation' and expressed her upset at the incident. Both contestants apologized, and the pageant offered Callingbull a position as cultural liaison for next year's competition.7 sourcesSee all sources