Duties

Translators perform some or all of the following duties:

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Translate a variety of written material such as correspondence, reports, legal documents, technical specifications and textbooks from one language to another Maintain the content, context and style of the original material to the greatest extent possible Localize software and accompanying technical documents to adapt them to another language and culture Revise and correct translated material May train and supervise other translators

Interpreters perform some or all of the following duties:

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Interpret oral communication from one language to another aloud or using electronic equipment, either simultaneously (as the speaker speaks), consecutively (after the speaker speaks) or whispered (speaking in a low whisper to one or two persons as the speaker is talking) Provide interpretation services in court or before administrative tribunals May interpret language for individuals and small groups travelling in Canada and abroad May interpret for persons speaking a Native or foreign language in a variety of circumstances ain other interpreters Sign language interpreters translate sign language to a spoken language and vice versa either simultaneously or consecutively