Certified Translators in Canada : How to Become one
Methods to become a certified translator in Canada Whether you want to be a certified translator or you’re just interested in learning more about this profession, here are some interesting facts that you may want to know. The translation industry in Canada in 3 numbers: Per capita, Canada has the highest number of university programs in translation The average translator salary in Canada is around $54 000 A Bachelor’s degree is often required (language major preferred) What is a certified translator? Certified translators are language professionals whose translations are considered valid and accepted as official documents by all governing authorities in Canada, regardless of the province or territory where they obtained their certifications. Certified translators are often specialised in one or two fields. They comply with provincial and/or territorial translation associations’ standards. These associations grant this title according to several criteria. How do they get their certifications? All certified translators, interpreters and terminologists have their title granted by provincial or territorial regulatory bodies. Each has its own evaluation methods and works independently. However, there is a national regulatory council responsible for the application of uniform standards for the professional certification to ensure translation quality and protect the public. The Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council (CTTIC) represents all certified translators, interpreters and terminologists in Canada. Most provincial or territorial regulatory associations in Canada are members of this council. In order to be eligible for certification, all translators have to be accepted as members of their respective provincial or territorial associations. Each provincial or territorial association uses different processes to select its members. These processes are well described on their...