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:
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Northern, rural and Indigenous communities
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Students (kindergarten to grade 12 and post-secondary)

Grants are available up to $100,000.