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We are an organization comprised of industry thought leaders who are passionate about health data and want to make a difference in the health care field. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization and together with our partners we provide essential information on Canada's health systems, enabling decisions that lead to healthier Canadians. As a valued member of the CIHI team, you and your work will have a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada's health care systems.

CIHI is recognized as an exceptional place to work that embraces diversity, respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Learn about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and the work being done to create a more inclusive and welcoming organization by focusing on how we learn, govern and practise.

At CIHI, we recognize what matters to our employees. Some of the advantages of working at CIHI include

Retirement Planning Program
Generous vacation days for permanent and long-term contracts
Work-life balance
Learning and Professional Development Program
Flexible benefits program from your first day on the job for permanent and long-term contracts

Why is this role important?
The Bilingual Proofreader plays a key role in ensuring the production of high-quality French and English publications by proofreading a variety of documents — including data visualizations, infographics, information sheets, research reports, websites and promotional content — prior to publication. Working within established processes and timelines, the Proofreader ensures all texts are accurate and adhere to CIHI’s house style and linguistic standards.

What you'll do
1. Proofread French and English documents within assigned timelines,



managing multiple projects and shifting priorities to meet deadlines.
2. Use on-screen markup tools to identify errors (typographical, formatting, spelling, grammatical, house style) and discrepancies between source and laid-out texts, as well as between English and French versions.
3. Consult with colleagues and clients as needed to verify text accuracy and resolve queries.
4. Communicate clearly and diplomatically in both French and English.
5. Collaborate with Editing and Translation Team Leads and staff to maintain and promote CIHI’s bilingual linguistic standards.
6. Help train new proofreaders and maintain proofreading tools/resources.
7. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers.
8. Contribute to process improvement initiatives.
9. Support and promote the overall quality of CIHI’s publications and house style through various related duties.

What you'll bring to the table
Undergraduate degree in Communications or a language related field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
1-3 years of experience in proofreading or editing.
Fluency in both French and English with excellent knowledge of syntax, usage, spelling, formatting and typographical rules.
Proficient in proofreading strategies and tools, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint and Adobe PDF markup.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Good communication and organizational skills.




Ability to work effectively under pressure and with minimal supervision.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Basic Qualifications
Primary locations: Toronto or Ottawa.
Must comply with all CIHI workplace policies, including privacy and confidentiality.
Fluency in both official languages is required.

To find out more about this role and other exciting opportunities visit our website at www.cihi.ca and check out our 'Careers' section.

We thank all those who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At CIHI we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note the CIHI Recruiting Team uses email to communicate with applicants. Please make sure your profile has an updated email address that is checked regularly, including the junk/spam mail folder, as we send time sensitive emails (i.e. testing and interview bookings).

Data Privacy and Record Retention Notice

In accordance with Ontario’s legislation, CIHI is required to retain copies of this job posting and all associated application materials for a minimum of three (3) years from the date the posting is removed from public view.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your personal information and application data will be stored securely in our systems for this mandatory retention period to ensure compliance with provincial employment standards.

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