Cultural and Interpreter Services

Sign language

Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are available for deaf, deaf-blind, and hard of hearing patients. If you or a family member needs this service you can call directly.

Spoken Language interpreters

Spoken Language interpreters are available to help with communication between staff and patients who have limited English. These interpreters may be requested by VCH staff only. If you or your family needs the help of an interpreter, please speak to a staff member.

Translated health information

Our Patient Health Education Materials Catalogue contains hundreds of brochures, pamphlets and booklets translated to different languages.

Francophone health resources

Visit the PLS Francophone Services for resources available to the Francophone population and the people who work with them.

Rendez-vous sur le site des Services francophones du PLS pour des ressources disponibles pour la population francophone et les personnes qui travaillent avec elle.

Contact UsSee "Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters" in the directory of your hospital-specific patient and family handbook.