About ASLIA

History of ASLIA

ASLIA was incorporated in 1978 under its original name, Alberta Chapter of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (ACRID). Until 2010, the association represented members primarily from northern Alberta. In 2011, the association underwent a name change to become ASLIA, the Association of Sign Language Interpreters of Alberta. It has grown to include members from all over the province of Alberta.

ASLIA is a registered non-profit society whose members are professional American Sign Language interpreters. ASLIA members provide high-quality interpreting services between signed and spoken language users. At the national level, ASLIA is affiliated with the Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI) which promotes networking among existing interpreter organizations and nurtures the development of the vibrant interpreting profession.

The encouragement, support, and active collaboration we receive from Deaf and Hard of Hearing organizations and individuals across the province, country, and globe contributes immeasurably to every phase of ASLIA's work.