FAQ

Why join ATIO today?

As a non-profit professional association protecting the interests of its members, ATIO is also committed to excellence in translation and interpretation thereby protecting the interests of users of language services provided by its members. The Association of Translators and Interpreters of Ontario provides a wide variety of professional and personal services to its members.

1. Certification and Professional Recognition

   Become a Candidate for Certification and be eligible to register for the certification examination. Those who pass this examination obtain the reserved title of "certified". The reserved title (Certified Translator) will entitle you, in most cases, to bid on Ontario government contracts and to have your name recorded in the federal government's inventory of suppliers. Moreover, when the federal government recruits full-time translators or terminologists, it no longer requires certified ATIO members to sit their language examination, provided the other administrative criteria have been met.

2. The Annual Convention

   When registering for the ATIO convention, members in good standing pay a reduced rate for this annual event which draws over 200 language professionals. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to gain valuable insight into your profession and to network with your peers.

3. Staying Abreast of Change

   Receive monthly mailings to members, participate in social and professional activities and read our newsletter InformATIO.

4. Preparatory Course

   Take advantage of opportunities to further your knowledge and improve your skills by taking the preparatory course in preparation for the Canadian Translators and Interpreters Council's next translation certification examination.

5. Directory of Members

   Once you are certified, the directory will be an invaluable tool for you. Distribution of the directory will make your name available to users of linguistic services. It will also put you in contact with a network of some 750 certified colleagues.

6. Preferential Rates

   Take advantage of preferential membership rates for publication subscriptions, professional development programs, a comprehensive insurance plan, and the annual convention.

7. A Province-Wide Network of Colleagues

   Take advantage of the many opportunities available throughout the year to meet and interact with colleagues from across the province. Broaden your own network of contacts and resource people with new sources of information.

Application Form

Please copy and fax back the application form. According to our By-Laws, your application must be accompanied by the following documents, as stated in the admission criteria: either a copy of your university degree in the professional category in which you wish to be accepted, or a reference letter from your employer, or from two different clients, attesting your experience in the profession. Please note that a non-refundable $75 application fee (free for students) must accompany your application. This amount will be credited towards your first membership fee. The annual membership fee is $295.74 for candidates for certification and $328.60 for certified members. Our membership year runs from January 1 to December 31.