About CIRA Overview
The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) is the not-for-profit corporation that manages the dot-ca domain space on behalf of all Canadians.
Its functions include:
- Managing the dot-ca domain space
- Developing and implementing domain name policy
- Facilitating dot-ca dispute resolution
- Accrediting Registrars
- Running a WHOIS service for dot-ca domains
- Representing CIRA as a member of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) and other international organizations.
A fifteen-member Board of Directors consisting of elected and appointed members oversee CIRA's operations. Board members are elected annually by CIRA Members through an online process. Membership in CIRA is free, and open to anyone who holds a dot-ca domain.
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Mission
CIRA’s mission is to foster the development of .CA as a key public resource for all Canadians by providing stable, secure and trusted domain name services, and by taking a leadership role in shaping Canada’s Internet for the benefit of .CA domain holders.
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Vision
CIRA’s vision is to be a world-class Internet Registry that is recognized and valued by the Internet community and Canadians.
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Values
We believe that fairness, transparency and high ethical standards are the foundation of our culture.
CIRA is committed to a collaborative team environment that seeks continuous improvement and breakthrough ideas through innovation.
At CIRA we are committed to exceeding stakeholder expectations through excellence in operations, service delivery and engagement.
We believe in having a positive influence in the communities where we provide service and do business.
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History
Started by volunteers at the University of British Columbia, Canada’s dot-ca registry is now managed as a key public resource for all Canadians. There are over a million dot-ca domain names and, under CIRA’s management, the registry just keeps growing.
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Board of Directors
There are 15 directors on CIRA’s Board of Directors. Twelve are elected and
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Management Team
Byron Holland, President & CEO
Michael Stewart, General Counsel & Director of Policy
Nancy Philip, Director, Finance & Administration
David Fowler, Director, Marketing & Communications
See Bios
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Careers
Dreaming of a fast-paced, challenging career in a dynamic, growing organization? At CIRA we are looking for talented team players with exceptional skills in such fields as technology, operations, marketing, finance,
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Resources & Userful Links
ICANN
CENTR
ARINList all Useful Links
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Documents & Policies
CIRA plays a central role in the Canada's national and international Internet community and has access to a wide range of information in the form of reports, discussion papers, statistical studies and articles of interest.
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Legal Documents
Find out about the legal framework CIRA uses to develop and implement domain name policy, facilitate dot-ca dispute resolution and more.
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Membership
