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Call for Concept Notes: Enhancing Access to Professional Sign Language Interpretation - Canada

Last update: Aug 15, 2023 Last update: Aug 15, 2023

Details

Location:Canada
Canada
Grantmaking entity type:Government / Public Sector
Status:Closed
Budget:N/A
Award ceiling: CAD 2,000,000
Award floor:N/A
Sector:Social Development, Translation
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:NGOs / Nonprofit Organisations, Private Sector
Eligible citizenships:Canada
Canada
Date posted: Aug 15, 2023

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Description

Call for Concept Notes: Enhancing Access to Professional Sign Language Interpretation - CanadaThe Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is seeking concept notes to provide funding for projects that will increase access to American Sign Language
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About the Funding Agency

Global Affairs Canada  - manages Canada's diplomatic and consular relations, promotes the country's international trade and leads Canada’s international development and humanitarian assistance.

 

About the Sectors

Social Development

Includes measures for improving well-being, inclusion, and resilience of individuals and communities through social services and protection systems.


Key areas:
  • Social inclusion and social cohesion programs
  • Social protection systems and safety nets
  • Social care services
  • Community development and vulnerable groups support

Translation

Supports multilingual communication through professional translation, interpretation, and language services across sectors.


Key areas:
  • Translation and interpretation services
  • Multilingual communication support
  • Language services and interpretation equipment
  • Localization for institutional and commercial use