
Charles Noir
Charles Noir is the vice-president of policy, advocacy, and community engagement at the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA). He has been vocal about the complexities and challenges involved in building a sovereign internet network in Canada, emphasizing the need for better data collection and regulation to reduce reliance on foreign technology.
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Charles Noir stated that building a cross-country network would be a long-term endeavor taking several decades.
Ottawa’s bid for sovereign telecom faces costly, complex challenges, experts sayThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2026-09-19





