Borealis

Required Metadata Fields

Guidance

Example

Title*

Full title by which the dataset is known.

Religious Practices Among First Generation Canadians (2021)

Author

At least one author must be included on a dataset. This includes four separate fields: see next rows.

Name*

Format as Family Name, Given Name(s)

Lee, Sarah

Affiliation*

Affiliation of the author. Write out in full.

University of Lethbridge

Identifier Type

This provides a dropdown with different identifiers If an author has an ID, choose it here and include the number.

ORCID

Identifier

The number/identifier of the individual.

0000-0006-1994-XXXX

Point of Contact*

This will be the person who is contacted about data requests and by Borealis administrators. This will likely be one of the authors, usually the primary investigator. Requires a valid email address as well as name/affiliation of the individual as above.

Lee, Sarah

Description*

A summary describing the purpose, nature, and scope of the dataset. A good description will identify the content of the dataset and help a user determine if they have the technical ability to use it.

This dataset provides insights into the religious practices of first-generation Canadians. Compiled through surveys and interviews across diverse cultural groups, it offers a clear overview of the various religious traditions, beliefs, and rituals observed by immigrants in Canada. Researchers and policymakers can use this dataset to understand how religious identities evolve within immigrant communities, informing strategies for cultural integration and social cohesion.

Subject*

Area of study relevant to the Dataset. This is a dropdown. If your area of study is not represented by any of the options, choose “Other.” More than one can be chosen.

Social Sciences

Keyword*

A key term that describes an important aspect of the Dataset and information about any controlled vocabulary used.

religious studies; sociology; anthropology; Canadians; Canada; immigration