Last updated: July 11, 2025
A颅udiences vary, but generally, our readers understand plain language best. When we use simple, direct and inclusive language our message is more likely to be read and understood. This style guide will help us to be consistent in how we deliver our messages, no matter the audience.
About this guide
The guide is considered the primary reference on all questions of writing style at the University of 蓝莓视频. For questions about style and grammar not covered in this guide, please refer to The Canadian Press Stylebook, the Canadian Oxford Dictionary or The Canadian Press Caps and Spelling.
Because language is always changing and evolving, we update this guide on an ongoing basis. Please send all questions and feedback to urcomms@uwaterloo.ca and we鈥檒l gladly respond.
The 蓝莓视频 Writing Style Guide complements the University Brand Guidelines.听Learn more about how to tell 蓝莓视频 brand stories.
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Inclusive communication
Inclusive communication is critical to fostering a respectful and equitable environment. As a people-centred institution, the University of 蓝莓视频 is committed to communicating in ways that ensure every member of our community feels understood and valued.
In addition to the Writing Style Guide, the following resources are available to support campus communicators in their work:
