Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) – Net Good Grants 2026

Overview

CIRA Net Good Grants support community led projects that strengthen Canada’s internet and help ensure it is resilient, trusted, and secure for everyone. The program funds initiatives in three key areas: internet infrastructure, online safety, and policy engagement. By prioritising communities facing the greatest barriers to digital participation, CIRA Grants help close Canada’s digital divides and ensure more people can access, use, and shape the internet with confidence.

Funding Value and Duration

Up to $100,000 for 1 year

Eligibility Criteria

Organizations must be based in Canada and projects, while they can have a broader impact, must benefit Canadians. University researchers are required to provide a letter confirming the lead researcher’s employment by the academic institution.

Lead researcher(s) may submit only one application at a time.

Projects focused on building online apps, websites or platforms, as well as projects focused on data hosting, cloud hosting, software solutions or online services will not be funded.

Special Requirements

• academic researchers must provide a CV and a letter of employment. View the request for a letter of employment. (Please allow 3-5 business days to secure letter)
• letters required from community partners/participants
• please include 15% allowable for project administrative costs
• sample application form with project plans, community support letters, and budgets available here: https://www.cira.ca/en/sample-application-form/

Sponsor’s Website

Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) – Net Good Grants 2026

Internal Contacts

Potential applicants are encouraged to discuss this opportunity with their Faculty Research Facilitator or appropriate OVPRII resource contact.

OVPRII Resource Contact: Katie Harriman

Deadlines

Submitting Your Application

Submit an external application to the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) – Net Good Grants 2026 by following their submission guidelines.

Log in to cuResearch and submit an internal Carleton Approval Form. Review the cuResearch user’s manual.