Columbia Speech and Language Services Inc.

09/05/2025

Did you know speech, language, and literacy are all different — but closely connected?

At Columbia Speech & Language Services, we support growth in all three:
🗣️ Speech – clear sounds and confident communication
💬 Language – understanding and expressing ideas
📚 Literacy – building strong reading and writing skills

Our team helps kids and adults strengthen these foundations so communication feels easier, everyday life feels smoother, and learning feels more natural.

Swipe through to see the differences — and how we can help in each area.

08/25/2025

At Columbia Speech and Language Services in Vancouver, we believe that clear communication is a right — not a privilege. Whether you’re a child struggling to find your first words, a teen navigating a stutter, or an adult facing voice or speech challenges, we’re here to help.

Our team of experienced, registered speech-language pathologists offers personalized, evidence-based therapy for people of all ages — in-person or virtually across British Columbia.

If you or someone you love is finding communication difficult, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to wait.

📞 Free consultations are available.

08/23/2025

Myth: Baby sign language delays speech.
Truth: It doesn’t — it actually supports it. 👶👐

Using baby signs with your child does not prevent them from learning to talk. In fact, research shows that it can enhance early communication, reduce frustration, and even help build a stronger foundation for spoken language.

Signs give children a way to express themselves before they can form words — which often leads to more language development, not less.

Worried about your child’s speech or language progress? Our registered speech-language pathologists in Vancouver offer free consultations to help guide you.

08/18/2025

Looking for simple ways to support your child’s speech and language development at home? 🧠🗣️

There are everyday strategies that can make a big difference — and many of them are easier than you think.

👉 Swipe through for practical tips you can start using today.
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And if you have questions about your child’s communication, our Vancouver-based speech-language pathologists are here to help. We offer free consultations to support your family’s needs.

08/07/2025

Wondering when your child should start talking? 🗣️

Speech and language development can vary, but there are key milestones that help guide what’s typical — and when to seek support.

If you’re unsure whether your child is on track, our team of registered speech-language pathologists in Vancouver can help. Early support matters — and we offer free consultations to help you get started.

📞 Reach out to Columbia Speech and Language Services today. We’re here to support your child’s communication journey.

01/01/2025

New Year/New Ownership! Alisa Ferdinandi and Kathy Yoshida, who have worked with Wendy Duke for almost 25 years, have recently acquired ownership of our clinic from founder (1987) Wendy! We are all looking forward to new directions they will take, while preserving our ethic of providing client-focused, evidence-based services!

12/25/2024

Happy Holidays to all! We will be enjoying time with our friends and family and will reopen on December 27th.

11/22/2024

Director Wendy Duke with class of 81 UBC SASS classmates!

11/16/2024

Attention prospective Speech or Audiology Students!

Attention MSc applicants! The new Course Prerequisite Guide has been uploaded to our website:
https://audiospeech.ubc.ca/new-course-prerequisite-guide-for-the-msc-speech-language-pathology-program/

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please see the FAQ section on our website or contact us by email at inquiry@audiospeech.ubc.ca.

11/13/2024

Reciprocal vocal play isn’t just fun; it builds pre-language skills like turn-taking and joint attention!

11/11/2024

Our office will be closed on Monday November 11 to mark Remembrance Day.

11/09/2024

Great information!