Ashley Callingbull made headlines after calling out cultural appropriation she witnessed during Miss Universe Canada’s 2026 national costume competition

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Ashley Callingbull addressed cultural appropriation during the Miss Universe Canada finale after contestants wore sacred Indigenous dresses

The pageant apologized and announced plans for a comprehensive costume guide to prevent future cultural insensitivity

Callingbull has faced backlash but remains committed to advocating for diversity and inclusion in the pageant world

Ashley Callingbull, the former Miss Universe Canada titleholder who called out contestants for cultural…

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