Translation

You will find below the websites of the main translators and interpreters associations in Western Canada. These links are given for information only. The French Consulate cannot be held responsible for the content of these websites.

In British Columbia

The Society of Translators and Interpreters of British Columbia www.stibc.org

Provides an on line members directory where you can get in touch directly with the translator of your choice.

In Alberta

Association of Translators and Interpreters of Alberta www.atia.ab.ca

Also offers an on line members directory, according to the chosen languages.

In the North-West Territories

La Fédération Franco-Ténoise www.franco-nord.com

In Yukon

Society of Interpreters and Translators of Yukon
54, Cedar Crescent, Whitehorse
(Yukon) Y1A 4P3
Tel. : (403) 667-8279
Fax : (403) 667-6116

Canada-wide

Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council http://cttic.org

This website provides links to the translators and interpreters associations of each province.

Genealogical research

If you are looking for your ancestors in France, you could find some information on the two websites of the French Federation of Genealogy www.genefede.org and www.karolus.org.

Foreign legion

No formalities regarding joining the French Foreign Legion can be made at any French Consulate or Embassy. Candidates must submit their application in person in France.

Consult our Visa pages to find out whether you to apply for a visa before leaving for France.

For inquiries, please write directly (in English or in French) to the following address :

Commandement de la Légion Etrangère
Bureau de recrutement
Quartier Viénot BP 38
13 998 Aubagne
France

For more information, please consult :

the Web site of the French Foreign Legion Recruitment Office : www.br-legion.com or

the web site of the French Army www.defense.gouv.fr

French awards