We want to give you a little more time to explore. Free access to premium IgniteAI capabilities for U.S.-based institutions now runs through July 31, 2026 (one month beyond the original June 30 deadline).
What's still available
The following IgniteAI capabilities remain free to use through July 31:
Canvas Plus
- IgniteAI Insights for Discussions
- IgniteAI Generator for Rubrics
- IgniteAI Grading Assistance for SpeedGrader
Canvas Next
- IgniteAI Agent for instructors and admins
And as a reminder, any work you create with these tools stays with you, no matter which tier you go with.
Heading to InstructureCon?
This extension lines up with InstructureCon, and that's by design. We want to make sure attendees have the opportunity to play around, ask questions, and participate in hands-on workshops.
If you have admin privileges, we strongly recommend enabling IgniteAI features before the event. That way, you won't spend workshop time on setup and can jump straight into the hands-on activities alongside your peers.
Not sure how to enable IgniteAI feature options in your instance? Check out these resources in the IgniteAI community hub.
What happens after July 31 for US customers
After July 31, continued access to premium IgniteAI features will require a Canvas Plus or Canvas Next tier.
This extension doesn't change anything for institutions outside the US; free access there continues through September 30, 2026.
Ready to talk about next steps?
Reach out to your Customer Success Manager to explore which Canvas tier fits your institution's goals. You can also visit instructure.com/products/canvas-tiers to compare Canvas Plus and Canvas Next.
Find more resources in the IgniteAI community hub.
