Interpreter Services at SAH

Sault Area Hospital (SAH) is committed to providing accessible, inclusive and respectful care for all patients and families. We believe everyone deserves to be heard, understood and supported in the language they are most comfortable using.

Professional interpreter services are available to help patients and families communicate clearly with their healthcare team throughout their care.

Our Interpreter Services

  • LINGOTEC On-Demand Interpreter Services, available 24/7 in 260 languages and dialects.
  • French Language Interpreter Services
  • Sign Language Interpreter Services

Interpreter services are available free of charge to patients and families and can support communication during emergency visits, appointments, procedures, inpatient stays and other hospital services.

LINGOTEC Interpreter Services

LINGOTEC provides professional interpreter services to support clear and timely communication between patients, families and healthcare providers. Through LINGOTEC, SAH can access interpreters in more than 260 languages and dialects, including American Sign Language (ASL) and Indigenous languages.

260 Languages

Access to interpretation in a wide range of languages

24/7 Availability

Interpreter services are available around the clock.

Professional Interpreters

Trained interpreters support clear and respectful communication.

How to Request an Interpreter

Simply let a member of your healthcare team know that you need language support and your language of need. If your visit is scheduled, you can also make this request in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Patients and families who require language support can request an interpreter during their care at SAH.

Yes. If you are scheduling an appointment or procedure, please inform the care team in advance that you require an interpreter.

Ask any member of your healthcare team. They can help connect you with an appropriate interpreter.

LINGOTEC provides interpretation in 260 languages, including American Sign Language (ASL) and Indigenous languages. View the full list of available languages.

No. Interpreter services are provided to SAH patients and families free of charge.

Yes. All interpreter services follow strict confidentiality and privacy standards. Sessions are not recorded.

Language should never be a barrier to understanding your care. If you require interpretation or language assistance, please let a member of your healthcare team know.