Translation Bureau

The Translation Bureau is a federal institution that is part of the Public Services and Procurement Canada portfolio. It helps the Government of Canada serve you and communicate with you in both official languages, Indigenous languages, foreign languages and sign languages. The Translation Bureau’s services are also available to private companies that have a contract with a federal department or agency.

Being open about our work

To enhance transparency and accountability, the Translation Bureau regularly publishes data and facts.

Data and facts About the Translation Bureau

Services and tools for our clients

Interpretation

Learn about how interpreters work, interpretation opportunities, and health and safety measures.

Terminology

Learn about the terminology services available to federal departments and agencies, and how to request these services.

Translation

Learn about translation, comparative revision and editing services available to federal departments and agencies, and how to request these services.

GCtranslate

Only on Government of Canada network

Use this artificial intelligence tool designed to translate Government of Canada content (up to and including Protected B).

Information and tools for the public

TERMIUM Plus^®

Find the right words with the Government of Canada’s terminology data bank.

Language Portal of Canada

Build your English and French skills with free tools, writing quizzes and curated Canadian language resources.

Official Languages Hub^®

Use this search tool to access a wide array of Government of Canada resources on various aspects of official languages.

Careers

Learn about potential career paths at the Translation Bureau and our partnerships with post-secondary organizations.

Language development workshops

Register for various language development workshops for translators, revisers, writers and administrative staff working outside or within the federal public service.

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