ICC Canada Archives aims to describe our collections in a way that is respectful to all communities involved in the creation or use of the records. However, due to the historical nature of the material, some of the resources we hold utilize harmful, offensive, or misrepresentative language that reflects the time when they were made and/or the outlook of the creators.
Offensive or harmful language might appear in:
- Organization names, which include outdated terms
- Individuals identifying themselves using terms which are now considered offensive
- Titles of published or unpublished reports, books, etc.
ICC Canada Archives uses current and appropriate language for all communities and Peoples, but we do not censor the words that were used in the past. When searching our databases, users may encounter language, positions, and values that do not align with the values of ICC Canada. If you encounter harmful or offensive language or content in ICC Canada Archives collections and you wish to discuss it, please contact
archives@inuitcircumpolar.com.