ASLIA is an affiliate chapter of Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI), formerly known as Association of Visual Language Interpreters of Canada (AVLIC). At a national level, CASLI promotes networking among existing interpreter organizations and nurtures the development of the vibrant interpreting profession.
ASLIA is a proud member of the World Association of Sign Language Interpreters (WASLI).
ASLIA is a provincial association that represents its members and advances the sign language interpreting profession by promoting high-quality services through the endorsement of ethical practices, standards, and the ongoing development of interpreting skills, foundational knowledge, and professional growth.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Refresh & Reframe: Reconnect to the Heart of Interpreting
Western Canadian Interpreting Conference
October 16-18 2026
Calgary, Alberta
The three provincial ASL/English interpreting organizations in Western Canada – ASLIA, MAVLI, and WAVLI – are pleased to announce that they are working together to organize a regional conference for interpreters working with sign languages.
The objective of this conference is to allow interpreters, both Deaf and hearing, to refresh their passion for the profession, reframe on how their work has contributed to the heart of interpreting, and reconnect with each other in this exciting profession.
Includes ticket pricing options for:
Interpreters
Deaf Interpreters
Students
Organizations/Stakeholders
**Tickets on sale until October 2 2026, subject to availability
These tickets are for those who did not purchase a conference ticket and would like to attend the social event only.
Conference ticket holders already have access to the Wine, Cheese & Connection event.
ASLIA is a professional association whose members are:
ASL-English Interpreters
Deaf Interpreters
Students enrolled in an interpreter education program.
*If you are an interpreter new to Alberta or a recent grad, reach out to us at aslia@aslia.ca so we can welcome you!
The association supports its members and community by:
Delivering workshops to members
Providing resources and education about Sign Language Interpreting
Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals and organizations
Promoting high quality standards amongst members
ASLIA is proud to recognize the design talent of deaf artist Kayla Bradford. Kayla's design for ASLIA is representative of a community of individuals across Alberta with international affiliations. Retrospective to our previous logo, blue hues were incorporated giving the logo a sense of tradition.
Kayla can be contacted via email at kaylambrad@gmail.com for design requests.
