Indigenous Fashion Arts (IFA) is now accepting model applications for the fourth biennial Indigenous Fashion Arts Festival! This multi-platform festival……
The 2024 Indigenous Fashion Arts Festival runs from May 30 – June 2 in downtown Toronto. More than 100 Indigenous artists and designers will participate in runway shows, a marketplace, panel discussions and hands-on workshops.
IFA collaborates with brands to blend traditional artistry with contemporary design, celebrating Indigenous culture through unique fashion experiences. Together, we elevate diverse voices, promote sustainability, and reshape narratives in the fashion industry.
The IFA Trade Program facilitates International trade between Canadian and global Indigenous designers and global platforms to promote the inclusion and visibility of Indigenous traditional knowledge and cultural expression in fashion, craft and textiles.
The Network Weave is an innovative initiative strategically designed to establish a collaborative framework governed by Indigenous professionals in fashion, craft, and textiles.