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Language access, rooted in community.

CCIS Interpretation & Translation is a service of the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society — helping immigrants and refugees access the services they need in their first language.

Our purpose

Why we exist

CCIS established a fee-for-service interpretation and translation program to increase language access across our community.

By providing professional interpretation to public, private and non-governmental agencies, we ensure that immigrants and refugees with limited English are able to access services in their first language — at the doctor's office, in court, and everywhere it matters.

"We are committed to offering accurate and effective language interpretation services that uphold the ethical performance standards of the industry. Our interpreters do everything possible to navigate the nuanced understanding of culture."

— Our commitment

What guides us

Trusted by newcomers and agencies alike

The standards behind every assignment we take on.

Professional, vetted interpreters

Skilled linguists who understand both the words and the cultural context behind them.

Fast response, every time

We answer interpretation requests in under 24 hours — and even faster in emergencies.

Confidential & ethical

Strict standards of accuracy, neutrality and confidentiality on every assignment.

Rooted in community

Part of the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society, serving immigrants and refugees since day one.

At a glance

Built around access

50+Languages
7 daysA week, 8 am–8 pm
<24 hrsResponse time
3 waysIn-person · phone · online

Work with us

Whether you are an individual, an agency or a public body, we make language access simple.