Founded in 2000 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, iStock pioneered the microstock photography business model, allowing creatives to access high-quality, crowd-sourced imagery at affordable prices. In 2006, it was acquired by Getty Images, a global leader in visual communications. iStock operates as a key brand under Getty Images, providing a vast library of stock content through a system of credits or subscriptions, catering to businesses, marketing agencies, and individuals worldwide who need licensed visual content for their projects.

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Canada