.crs Domain
.crs is a brand domain delegated in 2014, created to connect the roughly 240 retail co-operatives of Canada's Co-operative Retailing System, under Federated Co-operatives Limited. It is not available for public registration.
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About the .CRS domain
What is the .CRS domain?
FCL is a Canadian co-operative owned by approximately 240 retail co-operatives serving more than 500 communities, collectively known as the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS). The main purpose of this extension is to provide a standardized namespace connecting the 240 member co-operatives and their branches under a common domain within an authenticated environment. Registration is limited exclusively to Federated Co-operatives Limited and its authorized member co-operatives, with eligibility verified internally by the registry itself based on membership within the system, with no registration process open to the general public.
.crs is a single-registrant brand extension, created to connect the roughly 240 retail co-operatives that make up Canada's Co-operative Retailing System (CRS), serving more than 500 communities. Registration is limited exclusively to Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) and its authorized member co-operatives, with eligibility verified internally based on membership. There is no public registration process available. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .CRS
Who is the .CRS domain for?
These are the most common situations where .CRS is the ideal extension.
Member co-operatives of the Canadian CRS system
The only real use of this extension, reserved for the roughly 240 affiliated co-operatives.
Not available to the general public
No individual or company outside the CRS system can register a .crs domain.
.CRS vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .CRS with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .crs This page | Exclusive use by FCL and its member co-operatives | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .coop | Verified cooperatives of any sector | Documented cooperative eligibility verification | Inquire |
Registration process
How to register your .CRS domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .CRS domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .CRS domain
Can I register a .crs domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for Federated Co-operatives Limited and its authorized member co-operatives.
What is the Co-operative Retailing System?
A network of roughly 240 Canadian retail co-operatives serving more than 500 communities.
How is eligibility verified within the system?
Internally, based on each co-operative's membership within the CRS.
Who manages the .crs domain?
Federated Co-operatives Limited, based in Saskatoon. It was delegated to the root zone on August 28, 2014.
Is there any commercial way to get a .crs domain?
No, there are no registrars offering this extension to the public.
What alternative does miHosting recommend for a cooperative project?
.coop, open to verified cooperatives of any sector. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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