The New Veterans Charter

On April 1, 2006, the Canadian Forces Members and Veterans Re-establishment and Compensation Act (the New Veterans Charter) came into force. The New Veterans Charter gives Canadian Forces Veterans and their families access to the services and programs that are tailor-made for them. This builds on the services and benefits that are now in place to help traditional war service Veterans live with dignity and independence. The New Veterans Charter offers:

• one-on-one case management;
• rehabilitation;
• financial benefits;
• group health insurance;
• job placement assistance;
• the lump sum disability award and other allowances; and
• support to families.

An overview of these services and benefits is available in the New Veterans Charter Services and Benefits booklet (back). To obtain a copy and find out if you qualify for these services and benefits, please call VAC at
1-866-522-2122.