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Welcome to Veterans Affairs Canada

If you are a current or former member of the CAF or RCMP, or a family member, we have targeted services and benefits to improve your well-being.

Services and benefits

Mental and physical health

Support and services related to your physical and mental health and wellness.

Financial programs and services

Support for your income, help making ends meet, emergency funding, and funding for organizations.

Education and jobs

Prepare for post-service life, training and education, and finding a job.

Housing and home life

Getting help at home, assistance with at-risk housing situations, death and bereavement.

Families and caregivers

Benefits and services for family, including survivors and caregivers.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

Options available to you as a member or former member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Remembrance

History, memorials, medals and decorations of those who served.

My VAC Account

A simple and secure way to do business online with Veterans Affairs Canada.

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Features

Pride in service

Discover and recognize the important military contributions of members of Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Women and 2SLGBTQI+ Veterans

Women and 2SLGBTQI+ Veterans have played an important role in our country’s military efforts over the years and continue to contribute to its rich history and heritage.

Mental Health Benefits

Coverage for treatment of certain mental health conditions. Available as soon as you apply for a VAC disability benefit.

Accessibility at Veterans Affairs Canada

Read VAC’s Accessibility Action Plan, request alternate formats and provide feedback.


Alerts

Federal Court certifies Government of Canada privacy breach class action

If you received a NOTICE OF CERTIFICATION or have reason to believe that you were affected by a privacy breach with respect to your personal or financial information accessed through Government of Canada online accounts between 1 March and 31 December 2020, you may be eligible to participate in a class action lawsuit: Government of Canada privacy breach class action.


Notice: Simon Logan v. His Majesty The King

On 24 April 2023, the Federal Court issued its decision to approve the settlement of the class action Simon Logan v. His Majesty The King (Court file no. T-1358-18). The Notice of Settlement Approval can be found here. Find out more


Notice: Information on wildfires across Canada

As wildfires continue to affect communities across Canada, residents are advised to follow the directives and instructions issued by local authorities.

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Disability pension corrective payment

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Articles for Veterans and families

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