Mikayla Worm - Miss Indigenous Canada Delegate 2026

03/06/2026

Tansi, my name is Kākisīwet Kīsikō (Loud Spirit) in Cree, and my English name is Mikayla Worm. And I’m grateful for the opportunity to represent Kawacatoose First Nation and Treaty 4 Territory at Miss Indigenous Canada in Ontario this July. 💫🪶

💫Getting to know me💫

👥Over the past few years, I’ve found purpose in giving back to community in different ways. I’ve mentored Indigenous youth entering post secondary through programs like UBC Destination, sharing my own experiences navigating university and encouraging young Indigenous students to believe they belong in these spaces. Through the Indigenous Student Society, I’ve helped organize sports initiatives, cultural gatherings, and powwow planning to create spaces where Indigenous students can connect with culture, community, and one another.

I also volunteer at UBC Hospital, where I help support patients and families, offering a welcoming presence during vulnerable moments. Alongside this, I’ve worked with the Korle-Bu Foundation helping organize donated medical supplies that support communities in West Africa. I’ve also been involved in research at UBC focused on Indigenous brain health and Alzheimer’s disease, hoping to contribute to knowledge that can better support our communities in the future.

🏋🏽‍♀️Fitness is another important part of my life. I am becoming more passionate about my new journey in bodybuilding and living a healthy lifestyle, and I enjoy sharing that journey with others. I’m proud to be a brand ambassador for XUSI Clothing, an Indigenous-owned brand, where I support Indigenous entrepreneurship and representation through fitness and community.

📚Growing up, I often found myself navigating post-secondary spaces where I didn’t see many Indigenous people around me. My time at UBC challenged me in ways I never expected - studying neuroscience, learning coding languages, conducting research, and working hands-on in labs dissecting brains and spinal cords. Those experiences pushed me outside my comfort zone and helped me grow into someone more confident, resilient, and grounded in who I am.

Along the way, reconnecting with Indigenous spaces at UBC through the Indigenous Student Society, Longhouse events, and powwow gatherings reminded me that community and belonging matter. These experiences strengthened my belief in mentorship, representation, and creating opportunities for the next generation. Whether through volunteering, cultural events, sports, research, or encouraging healthy living, I try to lead with kindness, empathy, and a genuine commitment to uplifting others.

I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who continues to support me along this journey. Thank you Miss Indigenous Canada🪶✨