Chondra Fox crowned 2027 Calgary Stampede First Nations Princess

CALGARY, AB (Oct. 25, 2026) — The Calgary Stampede crowned Chondra Fox from the Kainai Nation as the 2027 First Nations Princess Sunday following a competition that saw four candidates showcase their cultural knowledge, traditional dance, public speaking and interview skills. 

“The First Nations Princess program is about more than wearing a crown and working a crowd of thousands,” says Amelia Crowshoe, incoming chair of the First Nations Princess Subcommittee and former First Nations Princess (2012). “It is about cultural values, community leadership, connecting to people from all walks of life and sharing who we are as First Nations women. We welcome our new sister, Chondra Fox, into the Calgary Stampede family and look forward to supporting her journey, honouring the women who came before and continuing to build a program that celebrates our identity, communities and future leaders.” 

Fox is a 23-year-old Jingle Dress dancer whose Blackfoot name is Naamitapiaakii, meaning Lone Woman. Fox dreams of creating spaces and experiences that bring Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together through fashion, events, creativity, and meaningful relationships.  

“It doesn’t feel real yet. This was a really joyful moment for me,” said Fox who is the sixth representative from the Kainai Nation to be crowned the Calgary Stampede First Nations Princess. “I’m looking forward to connecting with people, building relationships, and learning more about my culture, and then being able to represent that knowledge and be a role model to young girls. I’m really excited to be a part of the community and to be able to give back to my community in this role.” 

Fox will serve as an ambassador of the Calgary Stampede alongside the 2027 Calgary Stampede Princess who will be crowned Friday. Their reigns run from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2027, and they will attend hundreds of events over the course of the year, including The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, July 9-18, sharing and celebrating the Stampede’s Western heritage, cultures and community spirit. The role also includes professional and personal development opportunities. 
   
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The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the West. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, Western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that shares Western hospitality and community spirit. calgarystampede.com  

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