2d ago

The new and improved CIRA Internet Performance Test (IPT)

performance.cira.ca

We’re excited to announce that the new and improved IPT, powered by CIRA’s Net Good program, is now available for everyone to use. We’d like to extend a big thank you to all the members who participated in our IPT beta testing. Your feedback has been invaluable to improving this free service for all Canadians.

What it is:

This free, Canadian-based tool allows you to measure your internet’s actual performance in real network conditions, representing Canadians’ internet experience in real-time.

https://www.cira.ca/en/net-good/internet-performance-test/

Welcome to CIRA’s new Internet Performance Test!
Test your internet connection’s performance
Confirm that your current internet speeds align with your service plan
Help build a better internet in Canada

3 comments

Thank you for this! This will be bookmarked!

While I applaud CIRA for stepping up here, what’s the reason/benefit of using CIRA’s tool over one of the ones that already exists? I mean, my router even has the SpeedTest one baked in.
- This is what they listed:
  What makes CIRA’s IPT test different?
  CIRA’s IPT is made up of test servers located throughout Canada at various Internet Exchange Points (IXPs). IXPs are critical hubs on the Canadian internet and play an important part in the efficient and fast transfer of data securely within our borders. Currently located in Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal and Moncton, these servers run a network diagnostic test (NDT) provided by M-Lab, which allows us to run a variety of tests measuring everything from network speed and latency to blocking and throttling.
  I think a benefit specific to this project is to build up data that could be used to put more pressure on the telecom companies to fix the issues?
  The CIRA Internet Performance Test (IPT) is a quick and easy test of your internet connection, either at home or at work, that gathers data for communities, researchers and decision makers so they can better understand and improve Canada’s internet. It also provides advanced users with detailed technical diagnostic information.
  Users can now explore trends and performance data from previous tests, gaining a deeper understanding of internet performance changes over time. These insights empower individuals, researchers and policymakers to track progress and identify gaps.
  https://www.cira.ca/en/net-good/internet-performance-test/how-internet-performance-test-works/