English ⇄ French
Translation and comparative revision
Professional translation and post-editing for your business documents
Maxime Collins inc.
Word-for-word translation is not enough. The moment the tone falls flat, the terminology misses the mark, or the text does not read naturally, credibility suffers. That is why we deliver a text that reads as if it had been written directly in the target language.
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ecobeeLittle BurgundyPC FinanceBCF Business LawUnited Steelworkers
Understanding the service
The impact of a good translation
Translating is not just transposing words. It means carrying a message, a tone, and an intent from one language to another without losing the sense. A press release calls for a different touch than an internal memo. The same goes for an advertisement versus an employee handbook. That sensitivity to context is what sets professional translation apart from machine translation.
When you have a document to translate, you are not just handing us text. You are handing us your voice, your brand image, and often, a part of your credibility. We make sure that voice remains yours, no matter the language.
We also offer a post-editing service for businesses that use machine translation (DeepL, ChatGPT, Claude, or other tools). Post-editing involves taking a text pre-translated by AI and having a qualified translator correct and adapt it.
Language pairs offered
We have chosen to focus on a limited number of language combinations. This way, we can maintain a high level of precision and consistency on every project.
French ⇄ English
Translation and comparative revision
Spanish ⇄ French
Translation and comparative revision
Why our translations inspire confidence
Beyond language proficiency, these are what raise the quality of every project.
Three pairs of eyes on every document
With us, a document is never handled by a single person. The first person handles the translation, the second revises it with a fresh perspective, and the third performs the final quality check. This rigorous process enables us to deliver a quality text, ready for publication.
Deep knowledge of your industry
Banking terminology is not the same as marketing terminology. The vocabulary of food and beverage is nothing like that of real estate. Our translators have the industry expertise needed to choose the right word, every time.
Confidentiality as a reflex
Your documents are handled in a secure environment, on servers hosted in Quebec, and kept only as long as necessary after delivery. Confidentiality agreements are available based on your needs, and the retention period for your projects on our servers is set according to your preferences, because your documents are placed in our care, not signed away.
The documents we translate every day
Our team has the expertise needed to handle specialized content to your industry’s standards.
Marketing and communications
Ads, sales presentations, and web content
Press releases, sales sheets, TV, print, and digital ads, social media posts. Translations that preserve the intended impact of your messages in the target language.
Financial and banking sector
Financial statements, reports, and investment documents
Documents for the banking, financial, real estate, and insurance sectors. Precise terminology and a rigorous approach that meets the standards of your industry.
Internal documents and HR
Training, employee handbooks, and internal communications
Online training modules, internal policies, newsletters, and human resources documents. The same level of care, even when the message is meant for your internal teams.
Specialized documents
Tenders, bids, and legal documents
Strategic and technical documents, including tenders, contracts, research reports, and government documents. Every nuance counts here.
Everything our translation service covers
Translation of business documents
Per-word pricing with quality assurance included on every project. Your document systematically passes through at least three professionals before delivery.
Post-editing of machine translation
Reworking and correcting texts pre-translated by DeepL, ChatGPT, Claude, or other tools. We turn your first draft into a publication-ready document.
Canadian, American, and British English
Writing conventions vary by target market. We adapt the register, spelling, and expressions to match the intended audience.
Inclusive writing
Translation and adaptation of your content while respecting the principles of inclusive writing, according to current standards or your organization’s guidelines.
Video transcription and subtitling
Transcription of audio and video content, followed by translation. A useful service for online training, webinars, and corporate videos.
Live interpretation by videoconference
Simultaneous interpretation during videoconferences, meetings, and online events. The service is offered for English-French, French-English, and Spanish-French.
Also: transcreation | terminology databases | language style guides | consultation services
How a translation project unfolds
A clear process, from first contact to final delivery.
01
Initial review
We analyze your document to evaluate its volume, complexity, and any related guidelines, such as a style guide, required terminology, or specific instructions. An estimate and a deadline are then sent to you.
02
Translation
A first translator handles the full translation of the document, taking into account your guidelines, the terminology of your industry, and the specifics of the project.
03
Comparative revision
A second team member compares the translation to the original document to confirm accuracy, smooth out the writing, and ensure terminological consistency.
04
Quality assurance
A final review confirms that nothing has been left out, that the formatting matches the original, and that the text is ready to publish.
05
Delivery and follow-up
The final document is delivered with relevant comments. If certain points call for clarification, we take the time to walk you through them.
All translation projects are carried out by experienced human translators. No project is handed over to artificial intelligence. We rely on the expertise, judgment, and critical eye that only a professional can bring.
Additional service
Post-editing: when the machine needs a human eye
More and more businesses use DeepL, ChatGPT, Claude, or other AI tools to get a first draft quickly—and that is understandable. These tools can save time. Still, the gap between machine-generated text and a document that is truly ready to publish often remains wide.
Post-editing means handing that pre-translated text to a professional translator, who corrects, restructures, and adapts it until it meets the quality bar of human translation. Depending on the content, this approach can also be cost-effective.
In some cases, especially for large or uneven-quality documents, post-editing can require as much work as a full translation from scratch. Terminological consistency then becomes critical. We review your project and tell you clearly whether post-editing makes sense or whether a full translation is the better option.
The expertise behind the service
Why entrust your documents to us?
Maxime Collins inc. is an agency specialized in translation, revision, and proofreading for businesses. Our team includes several full-time professionals, supported by a network of specialized collaborators.
Most of our team members have over 12 years of experience in translation and revision. Several have collaborated with international firms and the language services of well-known companies, including in the banking, financial, food and marketing sectors. That depth of experience is how we work quickly without sacrificing rigour. We adapt our approach to each client rather than apply a one-size-fits-all formula.
Translators you can trust
Maxime is actually one of the best specialists in the localization industry (FR-CA). We've been working in the same company for about 6 years and Maxime took care of proofreading and revising projects for my clients. All tasks assigned to Maxime were completed on time or even in advance, and quality was always there.
Irina Zakharova
Project Manager, RWS
I have been working with Maxime since September 2016. He is a devoted professional who always goes the extra mile to ensure his projects are completed on time and to the highest possible quality. He is very flexible, always ready to help, and an effective communicator who keeps you well informed on the progress of his projects well in advance.
Pavin Parmar
Team Lead, Resource coordination
Frequently asked questions about translation
What languages do you translate to and from?
We work mainly with three language pairs: English ⇄ French, French ⇄ English, and Spanish ⇄ French. We have chosen to focus on a limited number of pairs to maintain a high level of quality. For other languages, we can refer you to trusted partners.
What is post-editing?
Post-editing is the human review of a text pre-translated by an artificial intelligence tool such as DeepL, ChatGPT, or Claude. A qualified translator corrects errors, adjusts the tone, and ensures terminological consistency to deliver a publication-ready text. The service is useful for businesses that already use machine translation but want a result that meets professional standards.
How is translation billed?
Translation is billed per word, with quality assurance included. The rate varies based on the language pair, the complexity of the content, and the deadline. A detailed quote is provided before the start of the project.
What is the usual turnaround for a translation?
The turnaround depends on the volume and complexity of the document. On average, a professional translator handles between 1,500 and 2,500 words per day, plus the revision and quality assurance steps. A precise deadline is given to you before the start of the project. A rush service is also available upon request.
Do you use artificial intelligence to translate?
Artificial intelligence can support our team with certain tasks, such as managing requests and priorities, but no translation is left strictly to AI. Every project is carried out by human translators and revisers. This is by design: we believe that professional quality depends on the expertise and critical eye of a human being.
What is transcreation?
Transcreation is a creative translation service for slogans, ad copy, and sales presentations. Unlike standard translation, it aims to recreate the impact of the message in the target language, even if that means stepping far from the original text. The service is billed at an hourly rate, because creativity cannot be measured by the word.
You have a document to translate?
We can review it quickly and tell you exactly what it involves.