2008
Standalone Organization: IPAA became fully independent, separating from Full Circle and CIT.
2008 Mandate and Vision: Updated to focus on:
- Broader appreciation and development of Indigenous arts.
- Supporting information-sharing and partnerships.
- Ensuring Indigenous ethics and protocols guide all activities.
October: Bundle Ceremony at IPAA Think Tank, Debajehmujig Creation Studio
- A ceremony where participants placed items of personal significance into a bundle to symbolize their commitment to IPAA.