Carleton\u2019s visual brand identity<\/a> supports the university\u2019s profile and reputation. A consistent written style is an important extension of \u2014 and alignment with \u2014 our institutional brand guidelines, cementing Carleton\u2019s ability to provide professional and polished communications.<\/p>\n Carleton University communications follows Canadian Press (CP) editorial style and the Canadian Oxford Dictionary for spelling. CP editorial style is the standard used by most Canadian journalists, including the CBC and the aforementioned Canadian Press newswire, and will ensure our communications are formatted consistently in line the majority of Canadian news websites and agencies.<\/p>\n Alongside the stylebook and dictionary, this internal style guide provides additional information on style and\/or writing conventions particular to the university.<\/p>\n For any writing or style-related question that are not answered in this style guide, please contact editor@carleton.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n When referring to Carleton University, or any other university, lowercase mentions of \u201cuniversity\u201d or \u201cthe university\u201d when used alone (e.g., the university\u2019s priorities\/Carleton University\u2019s priorities)<\/p>\n Lowercase the names of academic and administrative units of the university when subsequent short forms are used after the full reference has been introduced (e.g., Facilities Management and Planning; facilities management)<\/p>\n Capitalize the formal names of programs, e.g., Architectural Studies<\/p>\n Lowercase the names of program subjects and disciplines in general references, except words that are proper nouns (names of people, places, languages, etc.), examples: history, sociology and French<\/p>\n Capitalize and italicize formal course names, e.g., Chemistry 1000<\/p>\n Use \u201calum\u201d (singular) and \u201calumni\u201d (plural)<\/p>\n Lowercase the following:<\/p>\n When writing about topics related to convocation, use the following terms:<\/p>\n Graduation<\/strong>\u00a0is the process in which a program\u2019s degree requirements have been met and student has been approved by Senate to graduate from the program.<\/p>\n Convocation<\/strong>\u00a0is the ceremony where students receive their degrees.<\/p>\n A\u00a0Graduand<\/strong>\u00a0is a student who is about to receive their degree at convocation.<\/p>\n A\u00a0Graduate<\/strong>\u00a0is someone who has received a degree or diploma.<\/p>\n Honorary degree<\/strong>\u00a0is spelled without a \u201cu\u201d, while honour is spelled with a \u201cu\u201d.<\/p>\n Commonly used degree references:<\/p>\n When referring to Carleton alumni, separate the degree designation from the year of graduation with a forward slash, e.g., B.Sc\/89<\/p>\n Lowercase professional titles when they follow a name, example: Yaprak Baltacio\u011flu, the chancellor of Carleton University. Titles preceding a name should be capitalized.<\/p>\n The honorific \u201cDr.\u201d should only be used if the subject is a physician, dentist, chiropractor, optometrist or psychologist.<\/p>\n Abbreviate the following months: Jan., Feb., Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov., and Dec.<\/p>\n When referencing a month without a day, or with a year only, spell out the month in full (e.g., the event takes place each November, or the event happened in September 1963)<\/p>\n Use p.m. or a.m. for time, not PM or am, and don\u2019t include empty decimals for times without minutes, e.g., use 3 p.m. or 3:30 p.m., but not 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Consider using noon or midnight for 12 p.m. or 12 a.m. to avoid confusion<\/p>\n When indicating a span of time, use \u201cto\u201d instead of \u201c-\u201c, e.g., 3 to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n Always place periods and commas inside quotation marks<\/p>\n Place commas between the elements of a series but not before the final \u201cand\u201d (in other words, do not use serial\/Oxford commas)<\/p>\n Use the em-dash (\u2014) to create a strong break within a sentence, leaving space on either side (e.g., \u201cI\u2019ve been laughed at, ignored \u2014 but I\u2019m boring you.\u201d)<\/p>\n Use the en-dash (\u2013) to show the ranges in numbers and dates or spans of time (e.g., 1960\u20131980 or \u201cexamples can be found on pages 16\u201322\u201d).<\/p>\n Use gender-neutral language or the subject\u2019s specified pronouns. Examples of a few gender-neutral language choices are listed below:<\/p>\n Only reference a person\u2019s age when relevant and accurate. Capitalize the Indigenous term Elder as it is an honoured title for someone who holds both age and wisdom.<\/p>\n Capitalize the proper names of nationalities, religions, peoples and culture. Black (capitalized) is acceptable in reference to people of African descent. In Canada, Black-Canadian is commonly used.<\/p>\n 2SLGBTQI+ is an acronym that represents Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and people who identify as part of sexual and gender diverse communities.<\/p>\n For questions regarding equity and inclusion, please contact the Department of Equity and Inclusive Communities at equity@carleton.ca<\/p>\n During consultations for the\u00a0Kin\u00e0m\u00e0gawin Report<\/a>, participants indicated the need for a communications resource that would support the use of accurate, considerate and consistent language when writing or speaking about Indigenous peoples.<\/p>\n This section of the style guide is a resource to support respectful communication as it pertains to Indigenous content.<\/p>\n To develop fundamental knowledge about Indigenous peoples and their experiences, all Carleton employees \u2013 particularly those working in communications and marketing \u2013 are highly encouraged to complete the\u00a0Kin\u00e0m\u00e0gawin Indigenous Learning Certificate<\/a> offered through the Centre for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement<\/a>.<\/p>\n The program is comprised of four workshops on the following topics:<\/p>\n \u201cIndigenous\u201d is an internationally used term to refer to people who are the original peoples of a particular territory and their descendants.<\/p>\n As there are more than 370 million Indigenous Peoples worldwide, it is important to be as specific as possible when discussing Indigenous people.<\/p>\n In Canada, Indigenous Peoples are referred to as First Nation, Inuit, and M\u00e9tis. There are over 600 First Nation communities, over 50 Inuit communities and over 200 M\u00e9tis communities.<\/p>\n Therefore, the more specific we can be when referring to Indigenous Peoples, the better, as it takes us away from a pan-Indigenous, monolithic notion of who Indigenous Peoples are.<\/p>\n E.g., If someone is Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, they are Algonquin, which is a First Nation community.<\/p>\n Version 1:<\/strong> Carleton University acknowledges the location of its campus on the traditional, unceded territories of the Algonquin Anishin\u00e0beg nation.<\/span><\/p>\n Version 2:<\/strong> Carleton University acknowledges the location of its campus on the traditional, unceded territories of the Algonquin Anishin\u00e0beg nation. In doing so, Carleton acknowledges it has a responsibility to the Algonquin people and a responsibility to adhere to Algonquin cultural protocols.<\/span><\/p>\n For more information and the most current recommendations on providing a territory acknowledgment, please review Carleton\u2019s Algonquin Territory Acknowledgement policies and procedures webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n Use uppercase \u201cIndigenous\u201d and \u201cIndigenous Peoples\u201d in all references. \u201cIndigenous Peoples\u201d is an umbrella term that includes First Nations, M\u00e9tis and Inuit in Canada.<\/p>\n Avoid possessive or blended constructs (e.g., \u201cCanada\u2019s Indigenous Peoples\u201d or \u201cIndigenous Canadians\u201d). Use instead Indigenous Peoples in Canada, M\u00e9tis people in Manitoba, etc.<\/p>\n Indigenous Peoples are not a homogeneous group. Whenever possible, use the specific name of the community or affiliation (e.g., Cree, Mohawk, Blackfoot, Ojibwa, Nunatsiavut, Tsuut\u2019ina First Nation).<\/p>\n The word \u201cInuit\u201d means \u201cthe people,\u201d so avoid the redundant phrase \u201cInuit people\u201d. The singular of Inuit is \u201cInuk.\u201d<\/p>\n Do not confuse Inuit and Innu, a First Nation people who live in Labrador and northeastern Quebec.<\/p>\n Capitalize Indigenous identities, including Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Survivors to show respect.<\/p>\n Lowercase the term \u201cresidential schools\u201d.<\/p>\n There are many different Indigenous languages spoken in Canada.<\/p>\n For example, the language of the Inuit is known collectively as Inuktitut. There are many dialects of Inuktitut, which vary from region to region across the circumpolar north with various spellings and pronunciations.<\/p>\n When it comes to Indigenous languages, always refer to the subject\u2019s preference.<\/p>\n If a language other than English or French is spoken, include it in the body of the story.<\/p>\n Indigenous place names or terms from an Indigenous language should not be italicized or put in quotation marks.<\/p>\n Use the word community instead of reserve. If you want to indicate that the community has a reserve, then say that the community is located on a reserve. Note that reservation is the term used in the United States.<\/p>\n Individual communities have different governing structures; refer to the community\u2019s preferred terminology when referencing.<\/p>\n Writing Style Guide Carleton\u2019s visual brand identity supports the university\u2019s profile and reputation. A consistent written style is an important extension of \u2014 and alignment with \u2014 our institutional brand guidelines, cementing Carleton\u2019s ability to provide professional and polished communications. 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Convocation<\/h3>\n
Degrees<\/h3>\n
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Titles<\/h3>\n
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Inclusive Language<\/h3>\n
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Indigenous Communications Guide<\/h2>\n
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Territory Acknowledgement<\/h3>\n
People \/ Peoples<\/h3>\n
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Capitalization<\/h3>\n
Language and Locations<\/h3>\n
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