Age: 26

Representing: Misipawistik Cree Nation

Hometown: The Pas, MB

Gloria Ballantyne-Packo is a Swampy Cree woman from Misipawistik Cree Nation but was born and raised in The Pas, Manitoba. She is an executive of KB Memorial which seeks to bring awareness of MMIWG2S+ to the community through events and initiatives. She is a strong advocate for this issue as she is an impacted family member. Gloria was crowned the 2023 Northern Manitoba Trappers Festival Fur Queen and is part of the Festival’s board of directors. Soon she will begin her Pre-Law education and when she’s not working or volunteering she loves to spend time with her family and friends.