Jill Ruep is the founder and creator of Ma Fii Lii Rasaad (“My Daughter’s Beads” in Michif), an Indigenous‑led beading app and creative business based in Saskatchewan. She is a registered Métis citizen of Saskatchewan and a passionate advocate for preserving Indigenous teachings, storytelling, and cultural creativity through both traditional beadwork and modern technology.

Jill is set to be the first Indigenous person in North America to develop a beading app specializing in Indigenous content. Through Ma Fii Lii Rasaad, she bridges ancestral knowledge with digital innovation, empowering Indigenous artists, learners, and communities to design custom beading patterns while honouring the cultural significance behind each piece.

Jill also specializes in producing beading kits for bulk orders, which are widely used as giveaways at cultural events, conferences, and gatherings, as well as for team‑building, community connection, and educational experiences. These kits are designed to be accessible, meaningful, and rooted in Indigenous teachings, making them a powerful hands‑on way for participants to engage with culture and creativity.

She has facilitated beading workshops across Saskatchewan, collaborated with post‑secondary institutions, and partnered with computer science students to bring her vision to life. Her work has been showcased at community events, powwows, and cultural gatherings, with her kits and workshops reaching learners of all ages.

Alongside her entrepreneurial work, Jill is a Student Advisor and an emerging leader in Indigenous innovation. Her presentations focus on Indigenous‑led entrepreneurship, cultural preservation, and how technology can be used respectfully to strengthen, rather than replace, traditional knowledge.

Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-ruep-910963257/

My Daughters Beads: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mydaughtersbeads/