Technology and design for the public good

Helping governments and communities in Canada harness the power of digital.

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What is Code for Canada?

We’re a national nonprofit dedicated to improving life in Canada using technology, data, and design.

We partner with governments and nonprofits to co-develop digital solutions that are more accessible, inclusive, and effective at meeting people's needs.

Our Offerings

Digital Solution Co-Development

We embed our digital professionals inside existing government teams to co-develop digital products and services

Volunteer

We serve as a hub for organizers across Canada with the goal to help local civic tech communities grow and scale.

Inclusive User Research

Connect with diverse communities to build better products

Get Involved

Are you passionate about the role of technology in society? Whether you’re an innovative public servant, a civic-minded tech and design professional, or a good corporate citizen, there’s lots of ways to get involved at Code for Canada.

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Do you want to build things that matter?

Explore our current career opportunities

Learn More

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Do you want to join the civic tech movement?

Find a civic tech volunteer group near you

Get Started

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Do you want to sponsor the movement?

Discover how to support public-interest technology

See How

Upcoming Events

GovMaker: Transforming Services for People, Fredericton Convention Centre, November 27-29 2024

GovMaker Conference: Transforming Services for People

27

November

Fredericton Convention Centre

AccelerateGOV

21

October

Shaw Centre

Public Sector Network: Digital Government and CX Roadshows

16

October

Various

Public Sector Network: Public Sector Innovation Show – Alberta

09

October

Delta Hotels Edmonton South Conference Centre

The Latest From the Code for Canada Blog

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Why Inclusive User Research Matters: The Key to Reaching Every User

August 23

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How to Incorporate Design Principles into Your Projects

June 17

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How We Helped Nova Scotia Find the Right Option for Replacing Legacy Technology

May 22

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How We Helped the City of Kingston Understand the Needs of Its Residents

April 22

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How User Research is Helping Find the Best Way to Improve a Community’s Water Access

January 18

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How Code for Canada Empowers Teams to be Effective Change Makers

January 15

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How the New Minister of Citizens’ Services Can Deliver Better Digital Services

August 22, 2023

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What We Learned at Our First In-Person Retreat

June 26, 2023

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How Inclusive Usability Testing is Helping People Find Doctors

June 5, 2023

Here’s How We’re Keeping People Across Canada Safe with a New Web App

March 31, 2023

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Case Study: Digital Government During Crisis - Nova Scotia's Self Check-in Application

March 8, 2023

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Want to Reduce the Risk of Getting Digital Government Wrong? Us Too

January 31, 2023