Bridging Language Gaps, Canada-wide. Since 1999.

Confidential
Qualified Interpreters and Translators
80+ Languages
Easy scheduling

Our Professional Services

Comprehensive language solutions tailored to your needs

Interpretation Services

Professional simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for international conferences, meetings, and events. In person or remotely via video conferencing or phone.

Legal Medical Conferences Meetings

Translation Services

Accurate document translation by native-speaking professionals with subject matter expertise. Only real people can accurately translate the cultural meaning.

Certified Any Document Audio/Video

Certified Services

Certified translations accepted by government agencies, schools and legal institutions.

Immigration Documents Academic Transcripts Business Contracts And More...

Localization Services

Complete localization services including translation, cultural adaptation, and multilingual SEO for your global audience.

Multilingual SEO Cultural Adaptation CMS Integration

Supported Languages

We work with over 80 languages

French
Spanish
Mandarin
Cantonese
Punjabi
Hindi
Arabic
Russian
German
Italian
Portuguese
Japanese
Korean
And more...
Founder of International Word Exchange, Sandy Thind

About Word Exchange

Founded in Vancouver in 1999 by veteran translator and interpreter Sandy Thind, International Word Exchange Ltd. was established on the core values of professionalism and precision. Our team of carefully selected, highly qualified interpreters and translators are dedicated to delivering exceptional service in over 80 languages, whether working in person or remotely via video or phone conferencing.

Our Mission

To connect people and businesses across language barriers with accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and professionalism.

Our Reach

Our roots are in Metro Vancouver and we operate across Canada wih hundreds of professional interpreters and translators.

How Our Service Works

Simple steps to connect with professional interpreters and translators.

1

Submit Your Request

Tell us about your interpretation or translation needs through our online form.

2

We Match You

We'll book you with the most qualified professional based on language, specialty, and availability.

3

Receive Service

Your interpreter or translator provides the service on-site, by phone, or video as needed.

Why Choose Word Exchange?

Our commitment to excellence sets us apart

Vetted Professionals

All our linguists undergo rigorous testing, background checks, and specialized training in their fields of expertise.

Fast Turnaround

We understand how tight court and medical clinic schedules can be. We aim for all requests to be responded to within an hour.

Cultural Expertise

Our linguists are native speakers who understand cultural nuances to ensure your message resonates perfectly.

Competitive Pricing

Simple pricing by language and servie with no hidden fees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our translation and interpretation services

All our interpreters must meet stringent qualifications:

  • Native or near-native proficiency in both languages
  • Professional interpreting certification (where available for the language pair)
  • Specialized training for medical, legal, or technical interpreting
  • Pass our language proficiency and interpreting skills assessment
  • Background check and reference verification
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development

Medical & Healthcare

Independent Examinations, medical appointments

Legal & Court

Court proceedings, discovery, contracts, patents

Business & Finance

Conferences, localized reports, meetings

Technology & Engineering

Software, technical manuals, product documentation

Media & Entertainment

Subtitling, dubbing, marketing materials, press releases

Government & NGO

Meetings, conferences, localization of materials, immigration

Our rigorous 5-step quality assurance process:

  1. Project Analysis: Detailed review of client requirements and material
  2. Specialist Assignment: Matching project to linguist with specific subject matter expertise
  3. Translation/Interpretation: Professional service delivery following industry standards
  4. Editing/Proofing: Second linguist reviews for accuracy and consistency (for translations)
  5. Quality Check: Final review against client specifications before delivery

We have coverage for over 80 languages. If you do not see something you're looking for, please contact us, we may be able to help you find it.

Afrikaans
Albanian
Amharic
Arabic
Aramaic
Armenian
ASL
Basque
Bengali
Bisaya
Bulgarian
Catalan
Cambodian
Cantonese
Croatian
Czech
Danish
Dari
Dinka
Dutch
Estonian
Farsi
Fiji
Filipino
Finnish
French
Georgian
German
Greek
Gujarati
Hebrew
Hindi
Hungarian
Icelandic
Ilocano
Indonesian
Irish
Italian
Japanese
Javanese
Karen
Korean
Kurdish
Laotian
Latin
Latvian
Lithuanian
Macedonian
Malay
Malayalam
Maltese
Mandarin
Maori
Marathi
Mongolian
Nepali
Norwegian
Oromo
Persian
Polish
Portuguese
Punjabi
Quechua
Romanian
Russian
Samoan
Serbian
Slovak
Slovenian
Somali
Spanish
Swahili
Swedish
Tagalog
Tamil
Tatar
Telugu
Teochew
Thai
Tibetan
Tigrinya
Tonga
Turkish
Ukrainian
Urdu
Uzbek
Vietnamese
Visayan
Xhosa

Contact Us

Get in touch with our language solutions team

Contact Information

Mailing address

PO Box 366
10688 King George Hwy
Surrey, B.C.
V3T 5B6

Phone Numbers

General Inquiries: +1 (604) 720-4514

Email

General: info@wordexchange.ca

Business Hours

Appointment bookings desk: Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (PST)
Appointment support desk: 24/7