Choose the membership that's right for you
Compare All PlansCommunity Member
Perfect for Linux users, students, and supporters.
- Member newsletter
- Access to community forums
- Invitations to public webinars and events
- Volunteer opportunities
- Voting eligibility after 12 months (subject to bylaws)
Individual Member
For Linux enthusiasts and professionals who want to support the association.
- All Community Member benefits
- Digital membership certificate
- Early access to workshops and webinars
- Member-only resources and guides
- Eligibility for committees and working groups
- Voting rights
Student Member
Available to students at accredited educational institutions.
- All Individual Member benefits
- Career mentorship opportunities
- Student networking events
- Internship and volunteer opportunities
- Access to Linux training resources
Professional Member
For IT professionals, developers, consultants, and system administrators.
- All Individual Member benefits
- Professional member directory listing
- Discounts on training and certification programs
- Priority registration for conferences and workshops
- Speaking and mentorship opportunities
Non-Profit & Community Organization
For charities, libraries, schools, makerspaces, and community groups.
- Organizational listing on website
- Priority consideration for hardware donation partnerships
- Access to educational programs
- Co-hosting opportunities for events
- Up to 5 designated representatives
Small Business
For local businesses that support open-source technologies.
- Business directory listing
- Website recognition
- Partnership opportunities
- Job postings on association channels
- Participation in community initiatives
Corporate Member
For larger organizations, technology companies, and enterprise supporters.
- Corporate logo displayed on website
- Sponsorship opportunities
- Participation in advisory discussions
- Speaking opportunities at association events
- Recognition in annual reports
- Up to 10 designated representatives
Founding Member
Available only during the association's launch period.
- Lifetime recognition as a Founding Member
- Founding Member digital badge
- Special recognition on website
- Invitation to annual Founders' meeting
- All Individual Member benefits
Lifetime Member
The ultimate show of support for Canadian open-source.
- Lifetime Individual Membership
- Lifetime voting rights
- Recognition on website
- Special member badge
- Invitations to exclusive events
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