Did You Take Part in Chemical Testing?
The Government of Canada has announced it will provide a tax-free payment of $24,000 to about
3,500 veterans who took part in chemical warfare agent experiments in Alberta and Ontario
between 1941 and the 1970s. If the veteran has passed away, the payment may be given to his or
her primary beneficiary. The Department of National Defence is administering the payments.
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To apply for the payment, veterans or qualified beneficiaries may go to www.forces.gc.ca/centre or call 1-800-883-6094. Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2006. The payment is in addition to disability pension benefits to which veterans may be entitled. |
| Major Angelo Battiston (left)presents the first $24,000 payment to veteran Roy Wheeler. |
Health Problems?
Some veterans who took part in chemical warfare agent experiments later developed various health problems, including lung ailments and skin conditions. If you believe you have a
medical disability that is related to these experiments, or related in any other way to your military service, you should contact Veterans Affairs Canada at 1-866-522-2122. |
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