Provincial Medical Sign Language Interpreting Service

05/14/2026

PLS is Recruiting!

Provincial Language Services (PLS) is now recruiting Deaf Interpreters and Registered Sign Language Interpreters to support a growing, province-wide workforce in British Columbia.

Why join PLS?
• Make a difference by advancing equitable access to health care
• Take on meaningful assignments with province-wide impact
• Earn competitive fees
• Enjoy flexibility—set your own schedule
• Access training and professional development
• Support your well-being with debriefing services

We’re looking for interpreters who:
• Hold WAVLI membership in good standing
• Meet ASLPI requirements
• Have community-based interpreting experience
• Have health care experience an asset

Ready to apply?
Apply here: https://surveys.vch.ca/AEAF5C56-E34A-4617-B473-23CEE59094CA

Help us build a more accessible and inclusive health care system.

05/06/2026

Provincial Language Services would like to recognize and celebrate our health care interpreters for their incredible work.

Every day, they help break down language barriers and ensure equitable access to care for patients across our health system. Their dedication, professionalism, and compassion make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, families, and care teams.

Thank you for all that you do to support clear communication and better health outcomes for everyone. 💙

04/23/2026

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This summer, patients will be able to book language services directly through Provincial Language Services (PLS) using a new process, which is simple, fast, and reliable. As part of this change, PLS will also begin managing ASL interpreting services in-house.

Language services include:
-- Health care interpreting (including ASL)
-- Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART)
-- Intervenor services

What does this mean for patients?
-- A fast and reliable booking process
-- Clear communication and support
-- Consistency and fairness across all language access services

These changes will happen in steps. More details will be shared as they are confirmed.

**For our Deaf‑Blind community, PLS will connect with the Deaf‑Blind Planning Committee to arrange an in-person meeting to discuss the content of this announcement.

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12/23/2025

UPDATE FROM WAVEFRONT

New Non-Urgent TEXT/FACETIME phone number: 604-505-9687

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11/13/2025

One in four people in Canada have a language other than English. Language should never be a barrier to care. Health teams can request interpreting services through Provincial Language Services.

Options include:
☎️ Over-the-phone interpreting in more than 200 languages.
🖥️ Video remote interpreting for patients who communicate in a language other than English or for Deaf or Hard of Hearing patients.
👩‍💻 Virtual visits where an interpreter can join via Teams or Zoom.
🏥 On-site interpreting where an ASL or spoken language interpreter joins a health appointment in person.
With these options, every patient can communicate in a way that works best for them.

🔗 Visit phsa.ca/pls to learn more.

11/13/2025

08/06/2025

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07/03/2025

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06/02/2025

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05/07/2025

Provincial Health Services Authority - PHSA
Today, we proudly honour the essential role of interpreters in the health care system. Interpreters are skilled professionals who make sure language never stands in the way of safe, compassionate, and equitable care.

Whether interpreting in-person, over the phone, or through video, these individuals bring clarity to complex medical conversations, empower patients to make informed decisions, and ensure that providers can deliver care that is truly patient-centered.

To all the interpreters supporting patients and providers across our health care system: thank you for your professionalism, empathy, and commitment to breaking down barriers. Your work has a profound impact on patient outcomes and experiences, and we are deeply grateful for all you do.