Interpreting Services
Provided by: Saskatchewan Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
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- American Sign Language Class
- Assistive Devices (2 locations)
- Children Communicating, Connecting, in Community, Preschool
- Community Services (2 locations)
- Computerized Note-taking Services (2 locations)
- Discount Hearing Aid Battery Program (2 locations)
- Early Childhood and Family Services (2 locations)
- Interpreting Services (2 locations)
- Sign Support Professional (2 locations)
- Vocational Services (2 locations)
Service Description
Provides American Sign Language (ASL) / English interpreting services in a variety of settings to facilitate communication between people who use spoke English and d/Deaf or Hard of Hearing individuals who use American Sign Language. Settings may include but are not limited to:
- Court
- Counselling
- Doctor’s appointments
- Funerals
- Job interviews
- Lawyers appointments
- Performances
- Staff meetings
- Weddings
- Workshops/Training
- Youth groups
Emergency interpreting services are available after hours for medical and police emergencies only.
Eligibility
d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing persons or those providing service to those who are d/Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
Application Process
Two weeks notice is ideal if you require an interpreter on a specific date and time, however they will do their best to accommodate with less notice.
Interpreting assignments longer than 1.5 hours will be assessed to determine how many interpreters will be required in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards.
To book interpreting services please provide the following:
- date
- time and duration
- location address
- nature of the assignment
- full name(s) and contact information for confirmation
- full billing address, if applicable
Fees
Rates are $60.00 per hour for interpreters (8:00 am - 4:00 pm) with a 1.5 hour minimum. After regular business hours and holidays are $70.00 per hour with a 2 hour minimum. Mileage is $0.42 per kilometer and travel time is compensated the same as our hourly rates. There is a 24 hour notice of cancellation policy.
Emergency phone, text or FaceTime: 306-514-7644
For after hours when being questioned, arrested, or charged by the police; 911 calls; emergency health issues at the hospital Emergency Department
Emergency Skype Address: sdhhs911
For after hours when being questioned, arrested, or charged by the police; 911 calls; emergency health issues at the hospital Emergency Department
Fax: 306-665-7746
Toll-Free: 1-800-667-6575
Business Line: 306-665-6575
Service Website
www.sdhhs.com/2020/12/02/interpreting/
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Coverage Area
Regina, Sasktoon
Languages Offered
American Sign Language, English
SDHHS Saskatoon
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- American Sign Language Class
- Assistive Devices (2 locations)
- Children Communicating, Connecting, in Community, Preschool
- Community Services (2 locations)
- Computerized Note-taking Services (2 locations)
- Discount Hearing Aid Battery Program (2 locations)
- Early Childhood and Family Services (2 locations)
- Interpreting Services (2 locations)
- Sign Support Professional (2 locations)
- Vocational Services (2 locations)
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SDHHS Regina
2343 Broad Street
Regina SK S4P 1Y9 -
SDHHS Saskatoon
511 1st Avenue North
Unit 3
Saskatoon SK S7K 1X5
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon), 12:30 - 4:00 pm
Accessibility
Wheelchair access - front or side or back doors; Wheelchair access - ramps; Wheelchair access - washrooms (at least one)
Skype: saskatoonsdhhs
Facetime: sdhhsapple@icloud.com
Text: 306-229-2010
Fax: 306-665-7746
TTY: 306-665-6575
Toll-Free: 1-800-667-6575
Business Line: 306-665-6575
Saskatoon
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