TAIGR Plug-in Webinar by Joachim (Joe) Lapine ~ FREE ~ June 27

June 27, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Zoom

Joachim (Joe) is a French-to-English translator with a passion for helping translators to thrive. Even more importantly, he’s a proud dad… and dog owner!

In recent years, Joe has trained for the United Nations, the European Commission, OTTIAQ, Magistrad, Editors Canada, the Translation Bureau, ITI (UK), Training for Translators (USA), and many others.

​Joe taught English translation and related courses at Université de Sherbrooke for nearly 15 years and was head of the OTTIAQ continuing education committee from 2013 to 2020. He holds degrees in fine arts, professional translation, and education, respectively from Concordia University, Université de Sherbrooke, and Plymouth State University.

Webinar Description:
Join Joachim Lepine (Owner of LION TRANSLATIONS) for a focused, 30-minute webinar introducing the TAIGR (Translation Accuracy Improvement and Grammar Refinement) Plug-in—an innovative tool designed to enhance the quality and efficiency of translation work. This webinar will explore how TAIGR integrates with existing CAT tools to provide real-time feedback on terminology consistency, grammar refinement, and contextual accuracy. This session will demonstrate how TAIGR can streamline workflow, reduce revision time, and ensure higher-quality translations.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Key features and capabilities of the TAIGR Plug-in
  • How TAIGR supports both linguistic accuracy and fluency
  • Integration tips for popular CAT tools
  • Q&A

Perfect for translators looking to sharpen their output and work more efficiently with AI-driven support.

Details:  [Two opportunities to participate]
June 27 and July 3, 2025

12:00 -12:30 pm MT

Online via Zoom at this link:      TAIGR Plug-in Webinar Zoom Link

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Webinar: Translation of Legal Documents

April 24, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Presented by Aida Sarbassova

 

Aida’s Bio:
Experienced English – Russian Translator and Associate Member of the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Alberta (ATIA) with over 10 years of progressive experience in interpretation and translation. Licensed Community Interpreter Trainer (TCIT) who has successfully trained and mentored over 100 professional interpreters and translators since 2020, and has provided instruction on a range of essential topics, including preparation for the interpreter proficiency test, community interpreter ethics and protocols, basic translation techniques, formatting, editing, proofreading, and an introduction to CAT tools.

This workshop is primarily designed for novice translators who are looking to deepen their understanding of the dos and don’ts of legal translation. It also offers valuable insights for experienced practitioners interested in refining their approach or refreshing their knowledge.

This 90-minute session will include:

  • Common transfer problems: culture-specific terminology, proper names, date/calendar formats, etc.
  • Effective use of templates and adherence to formatting requirements
  • Practical guidelines for revision and proofreading
  • Understanding declarations of translation, translator’s affidavits, and notarization

Date:  April 24, 2025
Time:  6:00 – 7:30 pm MT

Cost:  $45
ATIA Members:  $35  (members must be logged in)

To Register:  Click below on ‘Add to Cart‘ then click on ‘Cart‘ to be directed to the registration page.  Fill in blanks then click on ‘Proceed to Checkout’ and follow the prompts

Deadline to Register:  April 22, 2025, at 17:00 hours firm.

**In order for this webinar to proceed, there must be at least 10 people registered.

**A Zoom invite will be sent to registrants one day before the event.

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Note-taking for Consecutive Interpreting – Rescheduled

February 25, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Presented by Aida Sarbassova

 

Aida’s Bio:
Experienced English – Russian Translator and Associate Member of the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Alberta (ATIA) with over 10 years of progressive experience in interpretation and translation. Licensed Community Interpreter Trainer (TCIT) who has successfully trained and mentored over 100 professional interpreters and translators since 2020, and has provided instruction on a range of essential topics, including preparation for the interpreter proficiency test, community interpreter ethics and protocols, basic translation techniques, formatting, editing, proofreading, and an introduction to CAT tools.

This webinar is designed for both practicing community interpreters and novice professionals.

This 90-minute session will include:

  • An overview of note-taking principles
  • Note-taking exercises and activities
  • Practical guidelines for enhancing note-taking skills

Date:  February 25, 2025
Time:  6:00 – 7:30 pm MT
Cost:  $45
ATIA Members:  $35  (members must be logged in)

To Register:  Click below on ‘Add to Cart‘ then click on ‘Cart‘ to be directed to the registration page.  Fill in blanks then click on ‘Proceed to Checkout’ and follow the prompts

Deadline to Register:  February 23, 2025, at 17:00 hours firm.

**In order for this webinar to proceed, there must be at least 10 people registered.

**A Zoom invite will be sent to registrants one day before the event.

Introduction to CAT Tools – for Translators

February 3, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Presented by Aida Sarbassova

 

Aida’s Bio:
Experienced English – Russian Translator and Associate Member of the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Alberta (ATIA) with over 10 years of progressive experience in interpretation and translation. Licensed Community Interpreter Trainer (TCIT) who has successfully trained and mentored over 100 professional interpreters and translators since 2020, and has provided instruction on a range of essential topics, including preparation for the interpreter proficiency test, community interpreter ethics and protocols, basic translation techniques, formatting, editing, proofreading, and an introduction to CAT tools.

This webinar is aimed at aspiring translation professionals and experienced practitioners seeking to stay current with the latest translation software and productivity tools.

This 90-minute session will cover:

  • An overview of commonly used CAT tools
  • Terminology management and translation memories
  • Software for translation project management

Date:  February 3, 2025
Time:  6:00 – 7:30 pm MT
Cost:  $45
ATIA Members:  $35  (members must be logged in)

To Register:  Click below on ‘Add to Cart‘ then click on ‘Cart‘ to be directed to the registration page.  Fill in blanks then click on ‘Proceed to Checkout’ and follow the prompts

**A Zoom invite will be sent to registrants one day before the event.

Associate Level Prerequisite Exams – Spring 2025 ~Completed

February 8, 2025 9:15 am - 4:00 pm

 

Here are the details for the Prerequisite Exams to be held online February 8, 2025:

Important First Steps:

  • It is mandatory for All candidates to watch this “Information Presentation
    • Note: this pre-recorded presentation replaces the Information Presentation previously provided online through Zoom. Information regarding exams is subject to change and may not be updated in this recorded version.
  • It is mandatory for All candidates to fill in thisLanguage Combination & Direction formafter watching the above presentation.
  • Candidates will receive an “information package” of documents with valuable information ONLY upon completion of the above Language Combination & Direction form. 
  • Who are the associate level prerequisite exams for?
    • Members of the public wishing to become certified in their profession
    • ATIA professionals who wish to expand their professional qualification’s
    • Certified affiliates who wish to join ATIA

Prerequisite Exams:

    • Code of Ethics Exam (Translators/Interpreters ($75)
      • Case Study and multiple choice questions. Test time:  60 minutes
      • 9:15 am to 9:44 am report in time.  Test start time is 10:00 am
    • English Proficiency Exam for Translators ($75)
      • Candidates writing into English must pass an Editing test; candidates writing from English must pass a Reading-comprehension test.
      • Translator candidates have the option to take language combination exams in both directions on the same day, starting with the Editing exam followed by the Reading Comprehension for Translators. Or, translator candidates may still choose to take the exam for one direction at a time and attempt the other direction during the subsequent session.  Thus a candidate taking English into French can also attempt the other direction French into English on the same day. 
        • Editing test time:  90 minutes
          11:45 am to 12:14 pm is report in time.  Test start time is 12:30 pm
        • Reading Comprehension for translator test time:  60 minutes
          2:15 pm to 2:44 pm is report in time.  Test start time is 3:00 pm
    • Reading Comprehension Exam for Interpreters ($75)
      • Tests the candidates reading-comprehension in English.  Multiple choice questions related to short reading selections.
        Test time:  60 minutes
      • 12:15 pm to 12:44 pm is report in time.  Test start time is 1:00 pm

Exams Payment / Registration:

  • Register and Pay below.
  • Full refunds will be granted for cancellation of registration only if the Exam Coordinator is informed of the decision by e-mail within 10 days of the exam date. After that time no refund will be issued.
    • Examinations: Refunds (less a $25 administration fee) will only be given to those candidates who miss the exam due to medical reasons, provided a doctor’s note is submitted to the exams coordinator at least 24 hours prior to, or within two weeks following the exam. Refunds will not be given for any other reason. Alternate arrangements to write the exam cannot be made.
    • Registration Fees cannot be applied to other ATIA events or exams and cannot be carried forward to future examinations.
    • Candidates must be either a Canadian Citizen and resident of Alberta or a Permanent Resident of Canada and reside in Alberta.  Photo ID is required for entry into the exams.
  • ALL registrations MUST be completed through ATIA’s website.
  • Following Registration and within one week of exam date, candidates will receive exam instructions and rules.
  • Questions:  Contact Examinations Coordinator by e-mail at admin@atia.ab.ca or by leaving a message at 780-434-8384 (Edmonton and area), 1-888-434-2842 toll free.
  • Registration Deadline:  January 29, 2025 – 4:30 pm MT Firm

Exam Preparation Webinars:  Registration Open!!

  • Exam Preparation Webinars are offered:  For details go to the ‘Events/Exams” header on our website or click the following link:  Events/Exams 
  • These exam preparation webinars are not mandatory but highly recommended for all candidates taking the exams!

To Register and pay below, click “Add to Cart” only on the Exam/s you are registering and paying for, next click on “Cart” button to proceed to the cart summary, fill in all the fields then click proceed to checkout.