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CIRA grants fund community-led internet projects to build a resilient, trusted and secure internet for all Canadians.

The 2023 grant application period is closed.

Who can apply:

Non-profit organizations

Registered charities

Academics at universities and colleges in Canada

Indigenous communities


What are our priority funding areas: 

Infrastructure

Online Safety

Policy Engagement

While CIRA’s granting program will consider applications that benefit all Canadians, we’re especially looking for initiatives that benefit:

  • Northern, rural and Indigenous communities

  • Students (kindergarten to grade 12 and post-secondary)

Grants are available up to $100,000.