Support Services
The Centre de ressources Santé en français was established in 1992 following the recommendations made by Maurice Gauthier in his Study on French-Language Services in Manitoba’s Health Care Facilities.The resource centre supported designated bilingual health and social services organizations in delivering services in French.
When Santé en français was established in 2004 (then known as the Conseil Communauté en santé du Manitoba [CCS]), it assumed responsibility for the resource centre. Through the centre, Santé en français provided support services to the regional health authorities, the child and family services authorities, and the organizations and facilities identified in funding agreements with the Department of Health and the Department of Families. The services were provided to the health sector until March 31, 2026, and continue today under the Department of Families.
Today, Santé en français provides language training and translation services exclusively for the social services sector.
French-language Training
Through the Université de Saint-Boniface, Santé en français offers French-language training to employees of social services organizations and facilities designated as bilingual by the Department of Families. The following information is intended for individuals responsible for implementing French-language services within those organizations and facilities.
Please note that, due to high demand and limited resources, eligibility criteria apply. Priority will be given to applicants who meet the criteria.
Language training sessions are offered during the following periods:
- Spring: April to June
- Fall: September to November
- Winter: January to March
Registration takes place during the month preceding the start of classes. To obtain a registration form, contact your organization or facility’s French-language services coordinator.
For more information about language training, please contact administration@santeenfrancais.com.
Translation
Santé en français offers translation services to social services organizations and facilities designated as bilingual by the Department of Families. The following information is intended for individuals responsible for French-language services within those organizations and facilities.
The following information is intended for individuals responsible for French-language services within those organizations and facilities.
For information about eligibility criteria, application procedures, and other details regarding this service, please contact: traductions@santeenfrancais.com.
