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De nombreuses entreprises membres de l’ACIL possèdent une vaste expérience de travail avec des clients transfrontaliers. Les entreprises américaines, en particulier, peuvent bénéficier de plusieurs avantages uniques lorsqu’elles s’associent à des fournisseurs canadiens de services linguistiques.
Les entreprises canadiennes ne sont pas seulement le meilleur choix pour localiser votre contenu pour le marché canadien, elles sont le meilleur choix global pour tous vos besoins en matière de traduction et d’interprétation. Le Canada est l’un des pays les plus multiculturels du monde. Bien que nous soyons connus pour le français, nous pouvons facilement travailler dans n’importe quelle langue.
1. Prix abordables
Le taux de change entre le dollar canadien et le dollar américain était en moyenne de 1,35 en 2023. Il s’agit d’un rabais automatique de 35 % pour votre budget de traduction, d’interprétation et de localisation.
2. Traducteurs et interprètes agréés
Les traducteurs et les interprètes canadiens suivent une formation rigoureuse qui va au-delà de la maîtrise de la langue et leur permet d’obtenir une certification auprès d’associations provinciales. Du côté des entreprises, l’Association canadienne de l’industrie de la langue contribue à définir et à surveiller les normes applicables aux entreprises de services langagiers. Une double victoire.
3. La prestation de services en ligne abolit les frontières
Tous les services linguistiques, à l’exception de l’interprétation en personne, peuvent être facilement offerts en ligne ou par téléphone.
4. Technologie de pointe
Le Canada compte des entreprises technologiques de premier plan comme Alexa, Consoltec et Terminotix, et abrite des activités de grande envergure pour des entreprises comme MemoQ. Presque tous nos membres utilisent ces solutions d’avant-garde pour améliorer la qualité et rationaliser la prestation des services.
5. Formation linguistique de premier ordre
Des établissements canadiens tels que l’Université York et l’Université McGill offrent des programmes linguistiques exceptionnels. Les traducteurs et interprètes des entreprises membres de l’ACIL suivent généralement une formation rigoureuse et doivent réussir des tests standardisés pour obtenir leur certification pour toutes les langues.
6. Soutien du gouvernement
Les programmes des gouvernements provinciaux et fédéral appuient l’enseignement des langues et contribuent à l’établissement de normes, garantissant ainsi des services de haute qualité dans l’ensemble de l’industrie.
Découvrez la valeur des services linguistiques canadiens
Pour des solutions linguistiques supérieures et rentables, parcourez notre répertoire de membres et communiquez dès aujourd’hui avec l’une ou l’autre de nos entreprises de confiance!
Muchas de las empresas miembros de la CLIA, Canadian Language Industry Association (Asociación Canadiense de la Industria de la Lengua) cuentan con amplia experiencia trabajando con clientes internacionales. Las empresas estadounidenses, especialmente, pueden aprovechar varias ventajas únicas al asociarse con proveedores canadienses de servicios lingüísticos.
Las empresas canadienses no solo son la opción ideal para adaptar su contenido al mercado canadiense; también son la mejor alternativa en general para todas sus necesidades de traducción e interpretación. Canadá es uno de los países más multiculturales del mundo. Aunque somos conocidos por el francés, podemos trabajar fácilmente en cualquier idioma.
1. Asequibilidad
En 2023, el tipo de cambio promedio entre el dólar canadiense y el dólar estadounidense fue de 1,35, lo que representa un descuento automático del 35 % para su presupuesto de traducción, interpretación y localización.
2. Certificaciones
Los traductores e intérpretes canadienses reciben una capacitación rigurosa que va más allá de la competencia lingüística y obtienen su certificación a través de asociaciones provinciales. En el ámbito empresarial, la CLIA contribuye a crear y supervisar los estándares para las empresas de servicios lingüísticos. Una doble ventaja.
3. La entrega digital cruza las fronteras
Todos los servicios lingüísticos, a excepción de la interpretación presencial, se pueden entregar fácilmente en línea o por teléfono.
4. Tecnología de vanguardia
Canadá alberga empresas tecnológicas líderes en la industria, como Alexa, Consoltec y Terminotix, y tiene importantes operaciones de otras como MemoQ. Casi todos nuestros miembros utilizan estas soluciones innovadoras para mejorar la calidad y agilizar la entrega.
5. Educación lingüística de primer nivel
Instituciones canadienses, como la Universidad de York y la Universidad McGill, ofrecen programas excepcionales en idiomas. Los traductores e intérpretes de las empresas miembros de la CLIA suelen recibir una formación rigurosa y deben aprobar exámenes estandarizados para obtener sus certificaciones en todos los idiomas.
6. Apoyo del Gobierno
Los programas gubernamentales provinciales y federales respaldan la educación lingüística y ayudan a establecer estándares, garantizando servicios de alta calidad en toda la industria.
Descubra el valor de los servicios lingüísticos canadienses
Para obtener soluciones lingüísticas superiores y rentables, consulte nuestro directorio de miembros y conéctese hoy mismo con una o más de nuestras empresas de confianza.
CLIA Member Companies are Open for American Business
Many of CLIA’s member companies have extensive experience working with cross-border clients.American businesses, in particular, can benefit from several unique advantages when partnering with Canadian language service providers.
Canadian companies are not only the best choice to localize your content for the Canadian market; they are the best overall choice for all your translation and interpretation needs. Canada is one of the most multicultural countries in the world. While we are known for French, we can easily work in any language.
1. Affordability
The exchange rate between the Canadian and American dollar averaged 1.35 in 2023. That’s an automatic 35% discount for your translation, interpretation, and localization budget.
2. Certifications
Canadian translators and interpreters undergo rigorous training beyond language proficiency, earning certification through provincial associations. On the business side, the Canadian Language Industry Association helps create and monitor standards for language business companies.. A double win.
3. Digital Delivery Busts Borders
All language services with the exception of in-person interpretation can be easily delivered online or by phone.
4. Cutting-edge Technology
Canada is home to industry-leading tech companies like Alexa, Consoltec, and Terminotix, and hosts major operations for others like MemoQ . Nearly all of our members use these future-first solutions to enhance quality and streamline delivery.
5. Top-Tier Language Education
Canadian institutions such as York University and McGill University offer exceptional language programs. Translators and interpreters from CLIA member companies typically undergo rigorous education and standardized testing to achieve their certifications.education and must pass standardized tests to obtain their certification for all languages.
6. Government Support
Provincial and federal government programs support language education and help establish standards, ensuring high-quality services throughout the industry.
Discover the Value of Canadian Language Services
For superior, cost-effective language solutions, explore our member directory and connect with one or more of our trusted businesses today!
Students enrolled in a full-time language program at either a college or university can sign up for a free ticket to attend WorldSpeak. Faculty of these programs are also invited at no charge. There will be a job fair with some of the most important employers in the Canadian language industry, so be sure to bring your CV.
When registering, choose the free tickets available based on how you want to attend - virtual or onsite.
Students must provide a student number, as well as the name of their institution.
For onsite attendance, lunch is not included with the free ticket, but you can choose to purchase the same box lunch other attendees will be receiving for $20.00 at checkout.
Many translation and interpretation companies and associations will be in attendance, including:
Proposals are welcomed for the WorldSpeak conference, taking place May 23-24 at Glendon College, York University. The Canadian Language Industry Association has been putting on conferences for members for over 20 years, and this year it is throwing open the doors to the world to showcase the Canadian language industry on the global stage.
The inaugural edition of WorldSpeak will focus on the translator's and the interpreter’s profession. We'll delve into topics such as rates, the importance of qualifications in this field, opportunities, and the challenges arising from new technologies. We’ll also be discussing how this evolving landscape will impact translators' rates.
CLIA would be happy to receive proposals from private industry as well as academia.
Themes include:
-Business development
-M&A
-Future of the language industry
-Adaptation of language education to current landscape
The deadline for proposal submissions is March 31. We will provide feedback to everyone by mid-April regarding the final agenda, which will include the accepted proposals.
Please submit your proposal here.
Business is now global, and so is the Canadian Language Industry Association’s annual conference. 2024 marks the inaugural year for WorldSpeak, the new name for our annual conference which propels our gathering onto the international stage.
Connecting Cultures, Bridging Minds
The elevation begins with where it is being hosted - Glendon College at York University in Toronto. Glendon College is recognized as the official Southern Ontario Centre of Excellence for French-language and bilingual postsecondary education, as well as being home to the Canadian Language Museum.
The event will take place in the spacious auditorium of the Centre of Excellence on May 24, with a welcome reception and gala dinner on May 23 at the Canadian Language Museum.
WorldSpeak 2024 will mark the beginning of an annual collective gathering of academia, business leaders, and language industry rock stars on the international stage.
As an event or annual sponsor, you will have promotional access to our extensive membership of Canadian language service providers, international guests, and non-members who choose to just attend the largest Canadian language industry event of the year.
Enhance Your Brand Through Sponsorship
Event sponsorship guarantees high visibility to all attendees. If your business specializes in language industry services, you cannot miss this opportunity to advertise to academics, Canadian business leaders, international industry thought leaders, and language studies students who are the future of our sector.
The requirement to be an event sponsor is $1,000.
If your company is already or would like to become an annual CLIA sponsor at any level, please refer to our website for the event benefits that you are entitled to. CLIA sponsorship committee members will be in touch to help coordinate your benefits for the conference.
Event Sponsor Benefits
One CLIA Associate Membership (Non-voting, 1 year)
Name and logo on WorldSpeak Website
Name and logo on WorldSpeak communications such as emails*
Name and logo on one (1) CLIA newsletter (April Edition)
100-word bio on event website
Booth or signage at conference, depending on preference
Name and logo on any WorldSpeak print materials at conference
Logo on Zoom virtual conference presentations, before and after the presentation
Free ticket (One) to WorldSpeak
Sponsorship of food or coffee break items with printed logo and signage
Distribution of promotional materials to all conference participants, either digitally through our email list in communications sent by CLIA or in-person at the conference
Acknowledgement in opening remarks
*Note - event sponsors will be thanked on CLIA social media channels, but not featured on all social media updates to do with the conference.
Most Event Sponsorship Benefits Available to Annual Sponsors
Most of the event sponsor benefits are available with our annual Gold and Platinum CLIA sponsor levels. If you want to support CLIA year-round and be featured at the conference, consider becoming a Gold or Platinum sponsor.
How To Become a Sponsor
To become an event sponsor, you can sign up on the WorldSpeak website here.
If you want to become an annual sponsor, or want to discuss it, you can either reach out to us at communications@language-industry.ca. We’ll get back to you right away.
Toronto, Ontario – The Canadian Language Industry Association (CLIA) is pleased to announce the appointment of two distinguished individuals to key leadership roles within our organization. Lola Bendana has been named as the Chair of the Advisory Board, and Andre Palaguine will assume the role of Chair of the Experts Committee.
Lola Bendana brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her new role as the Chair of the Advisory Board. She has been an active member of CLIA for many years and has made significant contributions to the language industry in Canada. Lola is widely respected for her commitment to quality and professionalism in translation and interpretation services, and her expertise will be invaluable in guiding CLIA's strategic direction.
Andre Palaguine, a highly regarded leader in the language industry, has been appointed Chair of the Experts Committee. With a deep understanding of language industry, innovative approach, and strategic thinking, Andre is well-equipped to lead the committee in its mission to advance the field of language services in Canada. His leadership will be pivotal in driving innovation and best practices within our industry.
"We are thrilled to welcome Lola Bendana and Andre Palaguine to these critical leadership roles within CLIA," said Robin Ayoub, President of the Canadian Language Industry Association. "Their passion for our industry, coupled with their extensive experience and dedication, will undoubtedly strengthen CLIA's impact and help us better serve our members and the broader language industry community."
Lola Bendana and Andre Palaguine assume their respective roles immediately, and we look forward to their contributions in enhancing the Canadian language industry's growth and reputation.
About the Canadian Language Industry Association (CLIA):
The Canadian Language Industry Association (CLIA) is the national not-for-profit association representing the language industry in Canada. CLIA's mission is to promote and advance the language industry by supporting the interests of its members and advocating for best practices, quality standards, and innovation in language services.
For more information about CLIA, please visit www.ailia.ca
2023 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND CONFERENCE
MAY 24-25
Speaker line-up is here! Register now.
Annual General Meeting Wednesday, May 24 2:00pm-6:00pm (CLIA members only) McGill University680, rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Montréal (Québec), 10th Floor, H3A 2M7Room 1041 (Amphitheatre)
Gala Dinner Celebration - Wednesday, May 24, 7:00pm Bord'elle 390 Rue Saint-Jacques O, Montréal, QC H2Y 1S1
Conference - Thursday May 25, McGill University McGill University680, rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Montréal (Québec), 10th Floor, H3A 2M7 Join us at McGill University in Montreal or online for the 2023 CLIA Conference and AGM. This year, it is especially important to attend as we’re celebrating our 20th anniversary!
Don't miss this opportunity to meet local and global thought leaders, learn about the latest industry trends and vision, and gain insight into the future of the global and the Canadian language industries. Happening both in-person at McGill University and virtually, we're proud to announce that event sponsors and speakers currently include:
Renato Beninatto, Chairman and Co-Founder, Nimdzi
Florian Faes, Managing Director, Slator
Dr. Arle Lommel, Director of Data Services, Common Sense Advisory
Dominic Laporte, CEO, The Translation Bureau
María Muñoz, Sales Consultant, Plunet
Jean-Francois Richard, CEO, Terminotix
Dr. Marie-Helene Girard, McGill University
Panel and seminar topics will include:
Language Industry Intelligence
Public & Private Procurement Strategy for Translation - Pricing Strategies
ChatGPT and its generative AI siblings
Industry Challenges, Best Practices and Opportunities
Get your tickets now!
Gala Dinner
We have planned a very special gala dinner to celebrate the 20th anniversary of CLIA on the evening of Wednesday, May 24 at a luxe venue: Bord'Elle.
All food will be provided. Alcoholic drinks will be extra.
Please specify food restrictions on the form when registering.
The menu for our event is available here.
Agenda You can view the agenda online or download the pdf.
2023 CLIA Annual Conference Agenda
07:30am - 08:00am (Room 1085) Sponsors Booth Setup
08:00am-09:00am (Room 1085) Registration and Welcome Reception
09:00am-09:20am (Room 1041) Opening Remarks by the President: "20th Anniversary Celebration of the Canadian Language Industry Association"
09:20am-09:40am (Room 1041) Presenting the new Board of Directors and new Board Members
09:40am-09:55am (Room 1041) Keynote Address: Dominic Laporte, Translation Bureau - "Update on the Translation Bureau and linguistic services demand in the federal government."
10:00am-11:00am (Room 1041) Panel Discussion 1: "Language Industry Intelligence” (Nimdzi, Slator)
11:00am-11:15am (Room 1041) Coffee Break
11:15am-11:35am (Room 1041) Plunet - Sponsor’s presentation
11:40am-12:00pm (Room 1041) Terminotix + Systran - Sponsor's presentation
12:00pm-01:00pm (Room 1041) Panel Discussion 2: “Public and Private Sector Procurement Strategy for Translation – Pricing strategies” (Translation Bureau + CPA + ASICS)
01:00pm-02:00pm (Room 1085) Lunch Break and Networking
02:00pm-02:40pm (Room 1041) Panel Discussion 3: “ChatGPT and its generative AI siblings” (Common Sense Advisory)
02:40pm-03:00pm (Room 1041) Memoq - Sponsor's presentation
03:05pm-03:25pm (Room 1041) RWS - Sponsor's presentation
03:25pm-03:45pm (Room 1085) Coffee Break
03:45pm-04:05pm (Room 1041) Alexa Translations - Sponsor's presentation
04:05pm-04:25pm (Room 1041) Consoltec - Sponsor's presentation
04:25pm-04:45pm (Room 1085) Coffee Break
04:45pm-05:00pm (Room 1041) Orion - Sponsor's presentation
05:00pm-05:15pm (Room 1041) Sponsor's Presentation: Dr. Marie-Helene Girard, Mcgill University - "Legal Language and the language industry in Canada."
05:15pm-06:00pm (Room 1041) Closing Remarks by the President and Networking
Note: The agenda can be modified as per the specific requirements of the Canadian Language Industry Association and the attendees' interests.
SAVE THE DATE: MAY 24-25
The most important industry event you wait for every year.
Mark the date on your calendar for the 2023 CLIA Annual General Meeting and Conference!
Join us at McGill University in Montreal or online for the 2023 CLIA Conference and AGM.
Don't miss this opportunity to meet local and global industry experts, thought leaders and to learn about the latest industry trends and vision, an insight on the future of the global and the Canadian language industry.
This year's event promises to be better than ever as we're celebrating CLIA's 20th anniversary! Come join the festivities as we mark two decades of promoting, representing, and growing the dynamic language services sector.
Registration will be opening soon — watch your email and our social channels!
Call for CLIA Conference Sponsors
This year’s CLIA conference and AGM will be the first in-person conference for our organization since 2019. Due to the hybrid nature of this year’s conference and AGM, there is more opportunity for those who can’t join us in Montreal at McGill University to be a part of this highly anticipated event.
As an event sponsor, your messaging and brand will be seen by everyone who is anyone in the Canadian Language Industry both leading up to the conference in our promotions and at the conference itself. Our professional marketing and conference team will ensure that your business receives all of the benefits listed below.
Email communications@language-industry.ca to register as an event sponsor today!
Sponsorship Amount: $2,000
Event sponsors will receive the following:
-Name and logo on all event documents & communications, including event registration page which will receive heavy promotion
-Name and logo in 1 monthly newsletter preceding the event (over 1,000 contacts)
-100-word article in 1 monthly newsletter preceding the event in “Industry Spotlight” section
-Official thanks in opening remarks
-Name and logo on invitation
-Distribution of promotional materials to all participants
-Booth or signage at the event
-Logo on all Zoom broadcasts produced by CLIA as part of the hybrid event
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