Applications are open for the Travel and Accommodations Honorarium to support youth participation in the 2026 Canada Youth Internet Governance Forum (Canada Youth IGF) and the inaugural Canadian School of Internet Governance (CanSIG).

The initiative is designed to reduce financial barriers for young people across Canada who wish to attend these events in person and contribute to discussions on the future of internet governance.

Organized by the Young Digital Leaders of Canada, the Canada Youth IGF provides a platform for young people to explore key internet governance issues, strengthen their understanding of digital policy, and engage with fellow youth leaders, policymakers, and technology stakeholders.

Ahead of the forum, participants will also have the opportunity to attend the Canadian School of Internet Governance, a preparatory program focused on building knowledge of internet governance, cyber diplomacy, and technical policy skills.

Event Dates

• Canadian School of Internet Governance (CanSIG): 1 October 2026
• Canada Youth Internet Governance Forum (Canada Youth IGF): 2 October 2026
• Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Why Apply?

Participants will have the opportunity to:

• Build knowledge of internet governance and digital policy.
• Develop leadership, technical, and cyber diplomacy skills.
• Engage with youth leaders and experts from across Canada.
• Expand professional networks within the digital policy community.
• Strengthen youth representation in national and global internet governance discussions.

Young Canadians interested in shaping the future of the internet are encouraged to apply before the deadline and take advantage of this opportunity to participate in one of Canada's leading youth-focused internet governance events.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is  24 July 2026 (11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time).

Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached below to apply.