Facts About Canada:Style Guide
This Style Guide outlines the standards used to write and format articles on Factsaboutcanada.ca. Consistent style ensures clarity, reliability, and a professional presentation across the website.
Tone and Writing
- Use a neutral, factual tone
- Avoid opinionated or promotional language
- Write in clear, concise sentences
- Use Canadian English spelling (e.g., "centre", "favour", "neighbour")
Structure
Articles should follow a logical structure:
- Lead section (summary)
- Main sections with clear headings
- See also
- References
- External links
Lead Section
The opening paragraph should:
- Summarize the topic
- Provide key facts
- Avoid deep detail (reserved for sections below)
Headings
Use appropriate heading levels:
- == Level 2 ==
- === Level 3 ===
- ==== Level 4 ====
Infoboxes
When relevant, include an infobox at the top right of the article.
Sources and References
- Use official government sources where possible
- Provide citations for statistics, historical facts, and legal information
- Avoid unsourced claims
Images
When using images:
- Include descriptive captions
- Add alt text when appropriate
- Ensure copyright compliance
Categories
Each article should include at least one relevant category at the bottom.