Webnames.ca StaffAs we wind down 2025 and look toward 2026, the domain landscape feels both familiar and gradually transforming. On the surface, the big players haven’t changed much. .COM still dominates and ccTLDs (country-code domains) continue to hold maximum trust locally. But underneath that stability, there’s been some movement in how businesses seem to be thinking…
Webnames.ca StaffIn 2000, Webnames.ca was founded out of a vision to help Canadians secure and create their own Canadian presence online using the .CA domain on the emerging Internet and World Wide web. Our taglines then and now are “securing internet identities” and “your ally on the web” – they have stood the test of time.…
Webnames.ca StaffIf you own a .CA domain name, you’re already part of one of the most trusted online communities in the world. That’s in large part because .CA is securely managed by the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) under strong Canadian governance, with limited to Canadian registrants, backed by high security standards, and significant reinvestment of…
LauraIn an era where international trade tensions and tariffs are reshaping consumer behaviour, Canadian shoppers are increasingly turning their attention homeward. Shopping local has always been a way to support communities, but now it’s time to expand that mindset to include all of Canada as “local”. By choosing Made in Canada products and services, Canadians…
LauraBluesky is more than just a social media platform; it’s an ambitious project seeking to revolutionize online interactions by transitioning from platform-centric to protocol-driven social networking. This vision, initially conceived as a research initiative within Twitter in 2019, aimed to explore decentralizing Twitter. The goal was to empower users with greater control over their data…
Webnames.ca StaffFor Canadian businesses stepping into the digital realm or looking to build their brand recognition, choosing the right domain name isn’t just about having a web address – it’s about establishing trustworthy online presence that resonates with Canadian customers. While we have always been huge fans of .CA, given our origin story as the original…
LauraIf you are a small business owner, you might be wondering how important having a strong digital presence really is. After all, you have a loyal customer base, a unique product or service, and a local reputation. Why bother with the hassle of creating and maintaining a website, social media accounts, or other online platforms?…
Webnames.ca StaffIt’s officially that time of year that we celebrate being Canadian and more than ever before, Canadians are prioritizing buying from Canadian retailers when it comes to purchasing behaviour. A preference for local, values-aligned and ethically sourced products has been a dominating trend in the Canadian consumer market since the pandemic. If your business targets…
Webnames.ca StaffAre you working to make the Canadian internet better, safer or more democratic in some way? If so, your project might be eligible for some significant funding from the Canadian Internet Registration Authority. One of the amazing programs a portion of your .CA registration goes to funding is the CIRA Net Good Grants initiative which…
JuliannaIn today’s digital first environment where we make purchases, book appointments, subscribe to services, research providers – all mostly from the convenience of our phones, establishing a strong, effective, professional online presence has become a requirement for most businesses and service providers looking to grow a customer or client base in a competitive Canadian market. For…
LauraAs the sun shines brighter and the days grow longer, it can only mean one thing: SUMMER! It also means that Canada Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show you’re a Canadian online getting a .CA domain for your website? Whether you’re a business owner, blogger, hobbyist, or just another…
LauraThe Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) is a non-profit organization that manages the .CA domain, Canada’s top-level domain. CIRA is responsible for ensuring the secure and stable operation of the .CA domain and promoting its use to Canadians. In 1987, Webnames’ very own John Demco, secured the registration of the .CA domain and along with…
JuliannaThe Canadian Internet Registration Authority is a member-based not-for-profit organization, best known for managing the .CA domain on behalf of all Canadians. Webnames has long had a close relationship with CIRA as the original registrar of the .CA domain and we understand the importance of good governance, transparency and diversity of experience in the ongoing…
LauraIf you’re interested in the direction of the Internet and looking for something to do on a Monday night at the end of February, why not check the Canadian Internet Registration Authority’s (or CIRA, for short) premier event called Canadians Connected? The Vancouver edition of the event series is happening on Monday, February 27, 2023…
JuliannaCanadian Internet Registration Authority members are encouraged to vote in the CIRA Board of Directors Election which is running from September 15 – September 22, 2022. As a member-based organization, CIRA’s 15,000-strong community of members play a critical role in helping build a trusted internet for Canadians – and this includes the act of showing…
