Facts About Canada:Contributing

This page provides guidelines for contributors who help expand and improve the website. Contributions should reflect accuracy, professionalism, and neutrality.

Before You Begin

• Review the Style Guide
• Ensure information is backed by reliable sources
• Avoid opinionated writing

What You Can Contribute

• New articles
• Expanded sections of existing pages
• Corrections or updates to outdated information
• Improved citations and references

Sourcing

Preferred sources include:

• Government of Canada publications
• Academic journals
• Official statistics (Statistics Canada)
• Peer-reviewed material
• Historical archives

Avoid:

• Blogs
• Personal opinions
• Social media content as primary sources

Editing Rules

• Use neutral tone
• Follow Canadian English spelling
• Keep formatting consistent
• Use proper headings and categories