1,000,000$ in funding for community projects to build a better online Canada

As an accredited provider of .CA domain names, Web Hosting Canada is proud to associate itself to CIRA as they announce one million dollars in funding to support community projects to build a better online Canada through the Community Investment Program.

What is the Community Investment Program?

• The Community Investment Program targets its support to four program areas:
  • Online services: providing children and youth the Internet-based tools they need to succeed
  • Infrastructure: connecting remote communities with new Internet infrastructure
  • Digital literacy: educating marginalized Canadians on economic opportunities online
  • Research: exploring emerging digital issues affecting Canadians
• Since 2014, 78 innovative projects from across Canada have been selected to share in a total of $3.2 million in funding. In 2017 alone, the CIP will fund $1-million worth of projects. Typical grants range from $25,000-$50,000. No grant exceeds $100,000.
• Right now, there are more than 2.5 million registered .CA domain names. Everyone with a current .CA domain helps support the important work made possible by CIRA’s CIP since a portion of the proceeds of .CA registrations goes toward funding the CIP.

Who can apply?

• Organizations recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency as registered charities
• Not-for-profit organizations; and,
• Academics and researchers affiliated with a Canadian university

How can I apply?

Please consult the Application Guidelines for more details on funding and how to apply. Applications for this round of funding will be accepted until March 1, 2017.

About Web Hosting Canada

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