This analysis reveals gaps in interpreter services for families using languages other than English, indicating a need for systemic support.
There are persistent gaps in the equitable provision of interpreter services and supports for families who use LOEs in Canadian pediatric hospitals. To ensure that language access becomes a foundational component of safe family-centered care, interpreter services must be embedded into clinical workflows, supported by institutional infrastructure, and implemented in ways that foster trust and relational safety.
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