Press Releases
CIRA launches D-Zone Cybersecurity Awareness Training platform to help defend Canadian institutions
CIRA is proud to add another tool to its growing portfolio of cybersecurity solutions with the introduction of D-Zone Cybersecurity Awareness Training.
CIRA teams up with Field Effect Software to protect Canadian businesses
Today, CIRA is proud to take another step in protecting Canadian small and medium-sized business from cyber threats with the announcement of the first API integration as part of its D-Zone Partner Program. Field Effect Software will be integrating D-Zone DNS Firewall into its Covalence threat detection, incident monitoring, and analysis solution to provide an extra layer of defense for its customers.
Join the CIRA board of directors and help build a better online Canada
The Canadian Internet Registration Authority 's (CIRA) nomination committee is seeking dynamic individuals with an interest in advancing the internet in Canada to join its board of directors.
CIRA announces $1.25 million in funding to improve Canadian internet infrastructure, online access and digital literacy
Today, the Canadian Internet Registration Authority announced 21 organizations from across Canada that will receive a grant from its Community Investment Program. This annual program supports Canadian not-for-profits, charities and academic institutions doing good things for and through the Canadian internet.
CIRA partners with MediaSmarts on new research into the digital lives of Canadian youth
The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) is pledging its support for the next phase of a unique, multi-year research project that investigates the online behaviours of Canadian youth. This platinum sponsorship of $82,600 is CIRA’s latest in support of national not-for-profit organization MediaSmarts, Canada’s centre for digital and media literacy.
Join the CIRA board of directors nomination committee
Ottawa, ON – April 2, 2019 – The CIRA board of directors is seeking individuals to join its nomination committee for the 2018 board of directors election.
Dates announced for election of the board and the 2019 annual general meeting
The Canadian Internet Registration Authority’s (CIRA) 2019 board of directors election process will begin on June 4, 2019 with a call for applications.
Media advisory: Internet leaders gather in Toronto tomorrow
TORONTO, February 26, 2019 – Internet stakeholders from across Canada will be gathering in Toronto to discuss key issues related to the governance, safety and security of the internet, and propose recommendations for government, industry and Canadians moving forward.
More than 25 high-profile speakers will lead discussions on topics ranging from online misinformation, the security of IoT devices, cybersecurity for small business, the inclusiveness of the internet and Canada’s role in global internet governance.
New research report from CIRA shares Canadian perspective on fake news, privacy, cybersecurity and internet access
Based on a survey of over 1,200 Canadian internet users, the report highlights areas of concern including apprehension around the upcoming Canadian federal election.
Canada’s Domain now powered by Fury Registry Platform
Today, the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) is proud to announce that Canada’s domain, .CA, is now powered by the industry leading Fury Registry Platform.