Welcome to Canon IGNITE!

This self-paced program offers expert-led courses designed to sharpen your creative skills. Connect with a network of creators across Canada, share insights and learn together. We’re excited to see what you create. Let’s get started.

  • Jump in: Once you’re signed in head to the Learning Pillars page to begin your journey. Start with The Foundations, where you’ll meet the Canon IGNITE Mentors and build a solid creative base. 

  • Explore: Visit My Dashboard to track your progress. Here, you’ll see your badge milestones, access in-progress courses, and find links to the My Community section and more. 

  • Engage: The My Community section is where the real connection happens. Join creators from across Canada, share your work, ask questions, and discover events and opportunities through the Canon Creator Lab. 

Explore our Learning Pillars

The Foundations

Build the core skills you need to capture better photos and videos, whether you’re shooting with a smartphone or a camera. In this section, you’ll learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO shape your images, along with essential tips on lighting, framing, and mindful shooting techniques.

  • Photo & video basics
  • Exposure settings
  • Composition & techniques
The Building Blocks

Strengthen your creative skills one step at a time! These courses will help you plan and shoot with confidence—picking great locations, using natural light, and working with props and models. You'll also learn how to tell better stories through your photos and videos!

  • Structuring your creative process
  • Shoot planning and execution
  • Photo & video storytelling
The Next Level

Elevate your skills with courses on short-form video content, storytelling, and beginner editing. Thinking about entrepreneurship? Learn how to build your brand and streamline your workflow. Finally, bring your images beyond the screen by creating and displaying prints at home.

  • Short-form video creation
  • Entrepreneurial growth
  • Printing your work

Welcome to Canon IGNITE

You’re going to love this program

  • Learn From The Best

    Get expert guidance from Canon Mentors through self-paced lessons and creative quizzes.

  • Master Your Skills

    Dive deeper into camera techniques, lighting, editing, and storytelling, growing your confidence and creative control behind the lens.

  • Find Your Community

    Connect with a supportive network of creators across Canada through check-ins, shared challenges, and a year of mentorship.