CIRA - Canadian Internet Registration Authority

06/17/2026

Fireworks. Festivals. Food trucks. Family fun. 🍁

Canada’s 159th birthday is shaping up to be a big one, and we've put together a coast-to-coast guide into some of the best Canada Day celebrations happening across the country.

From Ottawa’s epic fireworks display to Vancouver’s all-day waterfront celebration, find the perfect Canada Day event near you and start planning now!

https://www.cira.ca/en/resources/news/domains/canada-day-events/

Which city are you celebrating in this year?

Feux d’artifice. Festivals. Camions-restaurants. Activités familiales. 🍁

Le 159e anniversaire du Canada s’annonce mémorable, et nous avons préparé un guide qui couvre les événements d’un océan à l’autre. Il présente certaines des meilleures célébrations de la fête du Canada au pays.

Des impressionnants feux d’artifice d’Ottawa aux festivités qui animent le front de mer de Vancouver toute la journée, trouvez l’événement de la fête du Canada idéal près de chez vous et commencez à planifier votre journée dès maintenant!

Dans quelle ville célébrerez-vous cette année?

With Canada Day 2026 just around the corner, we’ve rounded up all the best places to join the festivities and see fireworks in every province.

06/16/2026

Winnipeggers, we’re almost there! ⌛

Canadians Connected: Winnipeg is just two days away, and there are still a few spots left to join this free networking event and timely conversation on Canada’s .

Enjoy complimentary cocktails and bites, explore a pop-up .CA marketplace, and connect with your local community.

Join us on Thursday, June 18 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

Lock in your free spot today:

Join us Thursday, June 18, at 6 p.m. CT at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights to meet and mingle with leading experts shaping Canada’s internet space, and sit in on a timely panel discussion on Canadian digital sovereignty.  

06/15/2026

With National Indigenous Peoples Day coming up on June 21, it's the perfect time to show your support by shopping Indigenous-owned businesses.

From fashion and food to wellness and home décor, these 14 .CA businesses have something for everyone. Read the full list and find your new favourite brand:
https://www.cira.ca/en/resources/news/domains/indigenous-owned-businesses/

À l’approche du 21 juin, Journée nationale des peuples autochtones, c’est le moment idéal pour manifester votre soutien en faisant vos achats auprès d’entreprises appartenant à des Autochtones.

De la mode à l’alimentation, en passant par le bien-être et la décoration intérieure, ces 14 entreprises .CA ont de quoi satisfaire tous les goûts. Consultez la liste complète et découvrez votre nouvelle marque préférée.

Support Indigenous entrepreneurs nationwide and explore these 14 Indigenous-owned businesses in Canada, from fashion and food to wellness and home decor.

06/12/2026

No plans for tomorrow, ?

Head to Apt613's 613 Day celebration at FONO from 12:00 p.m. to 6:13 p.m. (we appreciate the commitment to the theme). Sponsored by CIRA, the event features a BBQ, drinks from FONO and an all-day dance party hosted by TIMEKODE.

Entry is by donation (pay-what-you-can), with proceeds supporting Apt613, a local volunteer-run arts and culture blog that shines a spotlight on Ottawa's creative community.

Let's celebrate Ottawa's 200th year together. See you there!

06/08/2026

Vous songez encore à offrir une autre paire de chaussettes blanches à papa pour la ?

Avant de le faire, nous avons préparé une liste de cadeaux qui feront vraiment plaisir à votre père, tous offerts par des entreprises locales canadiennes utilisant un domaine .CA! Cela signifie une livraison plus rapide, des trouvailles uniques et la satisfaction d’acheter localement.

Consultez dès aujourd’hui le guide des cadeaux de la fête des Pères des entreprises .CA :

Qu’est-ce qu’on offre à celui qui semble déjà tout avoir? C'est là que notre guide-cadeaux .CA pour chaque type de papa entre en jeu. Découvrez dès maintenant nos meilleures idées-cadeaux canadiennes locales!

06/08/2026

Still thinking of getting dad another pair of white socks this ?

Before you do, we’ve rounded up a list of gifts your dad will actually be excited about, all from local, Canadian .CA businesses! That means faster shipping, unique finds and the satisfaction of shopping local.

Shop the .CA Father’s Day Gift Guide today: https://www.cira.ca/en/resources/news/domains/canadian-fathers-day-gifts/

06/01/2026

CIRA does a lot more than domains. We help Canadian organizations and individuals stay secure online with solutions like CIRA XDR, DNS Firewall and Canadian Shield, while also supporting national connectivity through initiatives like our Internet Performance Test (IPT) at performance.cira.ca.

CIRA’s IPT is a free, Canadian-built tool that helps communities and organizations better understand internet performance in their region.

We’re hitting the road in June and excited to answer your questions about IPT face-to-face. If you’re attending either of these upcoming conferences, stop by to say hello and learn more about how we’re building a safer and more resilient internet for all.

June 4-7, Edmonton, Alberta: FCM (Federation of Canadian Municipalities) Annual Conference & Trade Show: https://fcm.ca/en/events-training/conferences/annual-conference-and-trade-show

June 9–11, Rama, Ontario: CRRBC Eastern Canada Conference: https://crrbc.ca/eastern-canada-2026

06/01/2026

Si votre audience vit juste sur des plateformes que vous ne contrôlez pas, elle ne vous a jamais vraiment appartenu.

Spencer Callaghan, directeur, marque et communications chez CIRA - Canadian Internet Registration Authority, sera à SocialNext Montréal pour parler de ce que ça veut dire, concrètement, de reprendre en main son avenir numérique : son nom de domaine, son site web, sa liste d'envoi, p*s une stratégie capable de tenir le coup, peu importe ce que l'algorithme va décider demain matin.

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If your audience only lives on platforms you don't control, it was never really yours.

Spencer Callaghan, Director of Brand and Communications at CIRA - Canadian Internet Registration Authority, is joining SocialNext Montréal to talk about what it actually looks like to own your digital future — your domain, your website, your email list, and a strategy built to survive whatever the algorithm does next.

SocialNext Montréal is already 60% sold out. Grab your ticket: socialnextmontreal.ca

05/27/2026

What comes up when someone Googles your personal or business name?

According to personal branding coach Lissa Appiah (WeApply Career Services), that first impression matters more than ever. In our latest blog, she shares how Canadians can build a stronger personal brand by putting authenticity and trust first—including insight into why she proudly uses a .CA domain. Want more practical tips for growing your business online? Sign up for The Eh-list newsletter at choose.ca and never miss new helpful content for Canadian entrepreneurs each month. https://www.cira.ca/en/resources/news/domains/build-personal-brand-lissa-appiah/

Qu’est-ce qui apparaît lorsqu’une personne cherche votre nom personnel ou celui de votre entreprise sur Google?

Selon la conseillère en marque personnelle Lissa Appiah (WeApply Career Services), cette première impression compte plus que jamais. Dans notre plus récent blogue, elle explique comment les Canadien·nes peuvent bâtir une marque personnelle plus forte en misant d’abord sur l’authenticité et la confiance, et pourquoi elle utilise fièrement un domaine .CA. Vous voulez obtenir plus de conseils pratiques pour développer votre entreprise en ligne? Abonnez-vous à l’infolettre The Eh-list sur choose.ca pour ne jamais manquer le nouveau contenu utile publié chaque mois à l’intention des entrepreneur·ses canadien·nes.

Personal branding coach Lissa Appiah shares how authenticity, consistency and a .CA domain can help Canadians build a strong online presence.

05/26/2026

🚀 Beyond Speed: 10 Years of Measuring Real Internet Performance!

For years, Internet was sold on speed but real life happens during video calls, online classes, and streaming binges - not Mbps. CIRA - Canadian Internet Registration Authority Internet Performance Test (IPT) has evolved.

Today, as they measure latency, jitter, packet loss, and consistency over time, giving Canadians a true picture of their connection. Reliability also matters as much as speed, with 1.7M+ tests, to help shape a faster, steadier, and more reliable Internet.

Because fast is nice, but consistent is essential. Congratulations once again!