Release Timing: Generally Available on March 21, 2026 as a Feature Option.
Regional Availability: Globally Supported
Customer Type: All Customers
Available with: Canvas
Key Takeaway: IgniteAI Translations allow educators and students to leverage real-time, context-sensitive translations of content across several languages.
AI Translations provide a reliable way for users participating in a course in their non-native language to fully understand Inbox and Discussion messages, helping ensure equal access and opportunity for all learners.
Administrative Highlights:
- Enablement
- Discussion + Announcement Translation — “IgniteAI Translations for Discussions & Announcements” feature option
- Inbox Translation — “IgniteAI Translations for Inbox” feature option
- Default Status — off by default
- Configuration Availability
- Discussion + Announcement Translation — account, sub account, and/or course level
- Inbox Translation — account level
Video Walkthrough:
Shareable Link
Resources:
Release Notes - November 15, 2025
Release Notes - March 21, 2026
AI Nutrition Facts: Translations for Discussions & Announcements
AI Nutrition Facts: Translation for Inbox
User Guide: How do I translate a discussion using IgniteAI Translations as an instructor?
User Guide: How do I translate a discussion using IgniteAI as a student?
User Guide: How do I translate an inbox message using IgniteAI Translations?
