Browser Tips for Site Visitors
About Web Browsers and the Canada Council Web Site
This site is best viewed in a web browser that supports web standards. Web standards make it possible for us to provide the latest features and functionality for our web visitors.
Examples: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher, Netscape 7 or higher, Opera 7 or higher, Apple Safari.
You can learn about web standards and about upgrading your browser at the Webstandards.org web site. Depending on the technical configuration of your computer or your network, you may have to consult your own service provider or technical support specialists to download and install a web browser upgrade.
If you do not have a web browser that supports web standards, you will still be able to access all of the content on the web site, but may not experience some of the sites features. If you have difficulty using the Canada Council web site, please let us know by e-mailing us at web at canadacouncil.ca
About Javascript, Cookies and the Canada Council Web Site
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Netscape Navigator on the PC or Mac:
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Internet Explorer on the PC:
Under "Tools> Internet Options > Advanced >", leave "Java JIT compiler" and "Always accept cookies" enabled.
Internet Explorer on the Mac:
Under "Edit > Preferences > Web Browser >", use the default settings for "Web Content" and "Java".
Downloads
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Printing Tips
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