1. Your First Step Toward a Successful Immigration Journey
Starting a new life in Canada is full of promise—but it also comes with important paperwork. Whether you’re applying for permanent residence, citizenship, or a temporary visa, certified translations are a critical requirement that many applicants overlook until it’s too late.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires that any document in a language other than English or French must be officially translated following specific standards. In this blog, we explain what certified translation really means, how the process works, and how Cethos Translations in Calgary ensures everything is done properly—on time and without stress.
2. What Is a “Certified Translation” for IRCC?
A certified translation for IRCC isn’t just a translated version of your document. It must include a Certificate of Translation Accuracy—a signed statement confirming the translation is complete and accurate. This certificate is signed in front of a Commissioner for Oaths, as required under Canadian legal standards.
At Cethos Translations, we provide every IRCC-related document with this certificate to ensure full compliance. Our process meets IRCC expectations and helps clients avoid unnecessary rework, delays, or document rejection.
3. How to Get Certified Translations in Calgary
Here’s how to ensure your documents are translated correctly the first time:
✅ Step 1: Gather & Scan Your Documents
Scan your original documents—such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, or educational credentials—in high resolution. Clear, complete scans help us ensure translation accuracy and speed.
✅ Step 2: Send Your Documents or Visit Us in Person
You can visit our downtown Calgary office or securely upload your documents online. Both options are safe, simple, and efficient.
✅ Step 3: Receive a Transparent Quote
Once we receive your documents, we’ll send you a no-obligation quote based on page count or word count, along with a defined delivery timeline.
✅ Step 4: Get Your IRCC-Ready Certified Package
After translation and certification, you’ll receive:
- A scanned PDF package that includes the original document, the translated version, and the Certificate of Translation Accuracy—free of charge
- If needed, we can also mail physical hard copies of your certified translation anywhere in Canada via Canada Post
This package is ready for upload to IRCC’s online portal or inclusion in a paper-based application.
4. The Cethos Advantage: More Than Just Translation
We know immigration paperwork is time-sensitive and often stressful. That’s why we offer more than just high-quality translations.
✅ In-House Commissioner for Oaths
Some documents, such as statutory declarations or supporting statements, must be sworn in front of a Commissioner for Oaths. We have a Commissioner available in our Calgary office, saving you the time and cost of visiting a separate legal office.
5. Why It Matters: Avoid Delays and Rework
Improper or uncertified translations are one of the most common reasons IRCC applications are returned or delayed. This can result in:
- Applications marked as incomplete
- Requests for retranslation or additional affidavits
- Wasted time, missed deadlines, and increased costs
At Cethos, we help you avoid these pitfalls by ensuring everything is done correctly, and on time.
6. Conclusion: Get It Right, Right Here in Calgary
A certified translation is more than a formality—it’s a legal requirement that can make or break your application. With Cethos Translations, you get:
- IRCC-compliant certified translations
- In-house Commissioner for Oaths services
- Secure online and walk-in options
- Free scanned certified copies
- Hard-copy delivery by mail available across Canada
Take the stress out of your immigration paperwork. Contact Cethos Translations today for a free quote and experience Calgary’s trusted solution for certified IRCC translations.
