Communication Intermediary
Communication Intermediaries are Speech-Language Pathologists with additional training from Communication Disabilities Access Canada (CDAC) to support people communicating in police, legal and justice situations.
For more information, visit: https://www.cdacanada.com/
Who would benefit from a Communication Intermediary?
A Communication Intermediary may be required if a victim, witness or accused person has a disability, that makes it difficult for them to:
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speak
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understand, process or remember what is being said
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express their opinions and thoughts in a clear manner
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respond appropriately or consistently to questions
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attend to, focus or retain what is being asked
How can a Communication Intermediary help?
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Explain how a person communicates
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Clarify a person’s level of understanding
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Assist the person to understand questions
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Assist the person to communicate their answers
Who pays for a Communication Intermediary?
Just like other accessibility accommodations, the service provider (e.g. police, lawyers, courts, victim services, health care facility) is responsible for payment of communication intermediary services.