Ribbon Skirt Contest Registration

Calling all Indigenous creators! 

Come and showcase your talents and Best Designs at the Ignite Our Spirit Stage! 

Space is limited to 45 spots per category/25 spots for youth.  

Pre-registration is required. Last day to register is May 1st , 2025, or when space is full – whichever comes first!  

Winners will be announced at the Ignite Our Spirit Stage.  

Categories: 
Ribbon Work – 45 Spots 
Applique Work – 45 Spots 
Youth ( Walkable to 10-year-olds) – 25 spots 
There is a $20.00 non-refundable entry fee. 

Rules:
- 1 person per entry (participants adults 18+ can apply to multiple categories, must pay entry fee for each category) 
- If you’ve ever dreamed of walking a runway, now is your time to model your own skirt! But, if you don’t want to model it yourself, you must bring someone to model it for you. 
- Must be there in person on May 18th , 2025. Participants will be required to come and grab a contestant number before the show. (more info to follow) 
- Must send in a photo of skirt by May 5th , 2025 (Judges will not see the skirts, this is just to ensure it meets criteria of category)  
- Will be judged on the Design, Creativity, Presentation/Fit, Symbolism/Storytelling, Craftmanship and Quality.  

For more information, please contact Lavina Houle at lavina@manitoahbee.com. 

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