Emily Fox

Emily Fox – Miisaminskiaki is from the Akainaiwa (Blood Tribe) in southern Alberta and is a member of the Mamoiyiiks(Fish Eater) Clan. Emily grew up and attended school on the Blood Tribe in the Bullhorn area. She is the daughter of Residential School Survivors and was raised by her parents, and grandparents. Emily has worked for the Holy Spirit Catholic School Division for many years as a First Nation Facilitator, focusing on First Nation Students successes. Through her work with the students she designed a Blackfoot doll that students make. This doll serves as a connection to the Blackfoot culture and a way of teaching students about their heritage. Emily is also an entrepreneur, creating ribbon skirts & ribbon shirts, she specializes in the custom designs of Pendleton coats. Along with the ribbon skirt classes she teaches, she is very proud to share her gifts with anyone who would like to learn.