Age: 24

Representing: Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation

Hometown: Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, ON

Meiyah is Bear Clan and a member of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. She was raised with strong family and community values which drives her to learn and engage in traditional teachings to pass down to future generations. She has spent her life supporting Indigenous youth in her community and urban settings. Meiyah is dedicated to learning and practicing traditional crafts including beading, sewing, and quillwork. She is the founder of Whiteducks Creations. She is active in the pow wow community, dancing Jingle and Fancy Shawl. Meiyah is also singer and hand drummer in the Pikwakanagan Wildflowers drum group.