From foundation to transformation.

Choose the Canvas tier that fits your institution—from core LMS capabilities to advanced engagement tools and cutting-edge AI that help you accelerate outcomes and shape what’s next in learning. These tiers are available now in North America and globally by August 15.*

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Canvas Core

Provide a reliable, accessible learning experience for all

Reach every learner with an accessible LMS foundation that powers essential teaching workflows for content, communication, and assessment.

Canvas Plus

Enhance learning visibility, engagement, and core teaching practices

Make high-quality teaching easier to sustain, learner engagement easier to track, and progress easier to see. Expanded AI, analytics, and engagement tools support instructors in focusing on what matters most.

Canvas Next

Reimagine your LMS for the age of AI

Transform workflows with AI, without sacrificing control. Bring advanced AI directly into the LMS to streamline workflows, surface actionable insights, and reduce manual effort across your institution.

Main Features

Canvas Core

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Canvas Next

Open and accessible LMS foundation iAccess an open, reliable, secure, and accessible platform you can trust

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Course creation and delivery iDesign and deliver courses with intuitive content tools

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Assessment and feedback iCreate flexible assessments and deliver timely feedback

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Essential analytics iTrack learner progress and performance across courses

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Learner communication tools iEnable communication and collaboration across the learning community

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IgniteAI essentials and accessibility tools iSupport everyday teaching and learning tasks and improve access for all with AI-powered tools

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Interactive video capabilities with Studio iTransform passive video into interactive learning experiences

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In-app messaging and engagement tools with Impact iDeliver just-in-time communication to engage and support users

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Advanced analytics iConnect educators to signals that help them intervene earlier to improve course readiness, compliance and student outcomes

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IgniteAI teaching and feedback tools iDeploy AI to strengthen and sustain core teaching practices such as content creation and feedback

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IgniteAI Agent for admins and instructors iComplete tasks across 500+ Canvas APIs in a single prompt.

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IgniteAI Ask Your Data for admins iUse natural language to query data and surface insights with charts and dashboards

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IgniteAI Study Tools for learners iEmpower learners to securely turn course content into personalized study materials

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Canvas Core

Open and accessible LMS foundation iAccess an open, reliable, secure, and accessible platform you can trust

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Course creation and delivery iDesign and deliver courses with intuitive content tools

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Assessment and feedback iCreate flexible assessments and deliver timely feedback

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Essential analytics iTrack learner progress and performance across courses

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Learner communication tools iEnable communication and collaboration across the learning community

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IgniteAI essentials and accessibility tools iSupport everyday teaching and learning tasks and improve access for all with AI-powered tools

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Interactive video capabilities with Studio iTransform passive video into interactive learning experiences

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In-app messaging and engagement tools with Impact iDeliver just-in-time communication to engage and support users

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Advanced analytics iConnect educators to signals that help them intervene earlier to improve course readiness, compliance and student outcomes

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IgniteAI teaching & feedback tools iDeploy AI to strengthen and sustain core teaching practices such as content creation and feedback

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IgniteAI Agent for admins and instructors iComplete tasks across 500+ Canvas APIs in a single prompt

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IgniteAI Ask Your Data for admins iUse natural language to query data and surface insights with charts and dashboards

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IgniteAI Study Tools for learners iEmpower learners to securely turn course content into personalized study materials

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Canvas Plus

Open and accessible LMS foundation iAccess an open, reliable, secure, and accessible platform you can trust

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Course creation and delivery iDesign and deliver courses with intuitive content tools

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Assessment and feedback iCreate flexible assessments and deliver timely feedback

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Essential analytics iTrack learner progress and performance across courses

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Learner communication tools iEnable communication and collaboration across the learning community

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IgniteAI essentials and accessibility tools iSupport everyday teaching and learning tasks and improve access for all with AI-powered tools

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Interactive video capabilities with Studio iTransform passive video into interactive learning experiences

✓

In-app messaging and engagement tools with Impact iDeliver just-in-time communication to engage and support users

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Advanced analytics iConnect educators to signals that help them intervene earlier to improve course readiness, compliance, and student outcomes

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IgniteAI teaching & feedback tools iDeploy AI to strengthen consistency in core teaching practices such as content creation and feedback

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IgniteAI Agent for admins and instructors* iComplete tasks across 500+ Canvas APIs in a single prompt

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IgniteAI Ask Your Data for admins iUse natural language to query data and surface insights with charts and dashboards

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IgniteAI Study Tools for learners iEmpower learners to securely turn course content into personalized study materials

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Canvas Next

Open and accessible LMS foundation iAccess an open, reliable, secure, and accessible platform you can trust

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Course creation and delivery iDesign and deliver courses with intuitive content tools

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Assessment and feedback iCreate flexible assessments and deliver timely feedback

✓

Essential analytics iTrack learner progress and performance across courses

✓

Learner communication tools iEnable communication and collaboration across the learning community

✓

IgniteAI essentials and accessibility tools iSupport everyday teaching and learning tasks and improve access for all with AI-powered tools

✓

Interactive video capabilities with Studio iTransform passive video into interactive learning experiences

✓

In-app messaging and engagement tools with Impact iDeliver just-in-time communication to engage and support users

✓

Advanced analytics iConnect educators to signals that help them intervene earlier to improve course readiness, compliance, and student outcomes

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IgniteAI teaching and feedback tools iDeploy AI to strengthen consistency in core teaching practices such as content creation and feedback

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IgniteAI Agent for admins and instructors* iComplete tasks across 500+ Canvas APIs in a single prompt

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IgniteAI Ask Your Data for admins iUse natural language to query data and surface insights with charts and dashboards

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IgniteAI Study Tools for learners iEmpower learners to securely turn course content into personalized study materials

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Make AI work for your institution

Create, support, and streamline learning with AI that works where you do, at the tier that's right for you. IgniteAI brings trusted, in-context AI directly into Canvas to help educators move faster, support every learner, and make more informed decisions.

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IgniteAI in Canvas Core

• Content Accessibility Remediation
• Question Authoring Assistance for Quizzes
• Search for Courses
• Summaries for Discussions
• Translations

Content Accessibility Remediation

Identify and improve accessibility issues in course materials to better support all learners.

Question Authoring Assistance for Quizzes

Generate quiz questions based on course content to speed up assessment creation.

Search for Courses

Help instructors and learners quickly find relevant course content when they need it.

Summaries for Discussions

Surface key themes and takeaways from class discussions to keep learning on track.

Translations

Translate content to support multilingual learners and reduce language barriers.

IgniteAI in Canvas Plus

• Generator for Rubrics
• Grading Assistance for SpeedGrader
• Insights for Discussions

Generator for Rubrics

Create clear, consistent rubrics aligned to assignments and expectations.

Grading Assistance for SpeedGrader

Draft feedback and scoring suggestions directly within SpeedGrader while keeping educators in control.

Insights for Discussions

Analyze discussion participation and quality to better understand student engagement.

IgniteAI in Canvas Next

• Agent
• Ask Your Data
• Study Tools

Agent

Take action across 500+ Canvas APIs using natural language. Complete tasks and workflows more efficiently.

Ask Your Data

Explore and visualize your data using natural language queries to inform decisions.

Study Tools

Enable students to generate flashcards, quizzes, and study aids directly from their course content.

Ready to level up your Canvas capabilities?

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Frequently asked questions

How does pricing work?

Canvas is now offered in three tiers: Canvas Core, Canvas Plus, and Canvas Next. You can choose the level of capability and innovation that fits your institution. Connect with us to get a personalized quote.

*When can I access these new tiers?

The new Canvas tiers are available now in North America and will be available globally by August 15. Some exclusions apply. Connect with us for further detail regarding availability in your region.

Can I stay on my current contract?

Absolutely. There’s no change required. You can continue with your current Canvas contract and add-ons as is and explore upgrading to a tier when the time is right for you.

Can I purchase AI features individually?

IgniteAI is built into each Canvas tier. So instead of piecing together add-ons, you get a more seamless, integrated experience designed to work better together from day one.

Can I turn AI features on and off?

You're in control. Enable or disable AI features at the account, sub-account, or course level—so you can adopt AI at your institution’s pace, on your terms.

How will Instructure support my adoption of Canvas Plus or Canvas Next?

Every tier has associated services available, from implementation support to strategic consulting and certification opportunities. Flexible options are all designed to help you get up and running quickly and get the most out of Canvas over time.

Let’s find the right fit for you

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