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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.
COVID-19 Update
We are gradually returning to the office to resume in-person service by appointment only. For more information, visit the Request an in-person appointment page.
You can continue to connect with us through My VAC Account secure messaging or by calling 1-866-522-2122.
Please visit COVID-19 information and assistance for Veterans or Remembrance activities to learn more about the effect of this pandemic on our services.
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.
Not sure where to start?
There are several ways to find information on programs and services at Veterans Affairs Canada. The choice is yours.
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Mental health and wellness
If you are struggling, there is support for you and your family.
Accessibility at Veterans Affairs Canada
Read VAC’s Accessibility Action Plan, request alternate formats and provide feedback.
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Alerts
Notice: Simon Logan v. His Majesty The King
A settlement approval hearing is scheduled for 13 April 2023, in the class action Simon Logan v. His Majesty The King (Court file no. T-1358-18). Details on the hearing can be found here. Find out more
Due to COVID-19, our office in Sunnybrook, Toronto will not be accessible until further notice. During this time, Veterans and clients can request an in-person appointment at our Scarborough office, and we will continue to provide services virtually via our toll-free line at 1-866-522-2122, through My VAC Account, or face to face on Microsoft Teams.
Submit a claim: Spieser v. Attorney General of Canada et al.
Claims can now be submitted for the Spieser v. Attorney General of Canada et al. class action regarding the contamination of groundwater by trichlorethylene (TCE) in Shannon, Quebec, where CFB Valcartier is located.
Disability pension corrective payment
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