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Veterans Affairs Canada offers many services and benefits to War Veterans and certain civilians with theatre-of-war service. It also offers services to still-serving and former members of the regular or reserve force, RCMP members and their families.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Ontario
A Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario
A Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario aims to bring together into one resource the wealth of programs and services provided to Ontario seniors by the government, as well as by community organizations and service providers.
Source : Government of Ontario. Ontario Seniors' Secretariat
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free: 1 888 910-1999
- TTY: 1 800 387-5559
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E-Mail :
infoseniors@ontario.ca
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Business Address :
Ontario Seniors' Secretariat
777 Bay Street, Suite 601C
Toronto ON M7A 2J4
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The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command
The Ontario Command of The Royal Canadian Legion is comprised of over four hundred (400) branches throughout Ontario. Although our main focuses continue to be remembering those who gave their lives for freedom, and looking after the needs of veterans, their dependants, and those still serving in the Canadian Forces; Legions throughout Ontario Command are also contributing to the well being of our neighbours by sponsoring community programs.
Source : The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command
Contact Information :
- Telephone: 905-841-7999
- Fax: 905-841-9992
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E-Mail :
info@on.legion.ca
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Business Address :
The Royal Canadian Legion
Ontario Provincial Command
89 Industrial Parkway N
Aurora ON
L4G 4C4
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Veterans Affairs Offices : Ontario Region
Contact information for Veterans Affairs Offices in the Ontario region.
Source : Government of Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada
Canada
Aboriginal Outreach Project - Veterans Affairs Canada
Created by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), the Aboriginal Outreach Project develops new ways for the department to connect with Aboriginal communities, consults with stakeholders on Aboriginal issues, and increases awareness of VAC's programs and services among Aboriginal Veterans who may be eligible for them.
Source : Aboriginal Veterans Outreach
Application for War Veterans Allowance
Application for War Veterans Allowance from Veterans Affairs Canada.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada.
Assistance for Former Canadian Military Members and Families
The VAC Assistance Service has been developed to assist you in overcoming almost every problem that can affect your personal or professional life.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada.
Assistance Fund - Veterans Affairs Canada
The Assistance Fund provides financial assistance to any recipient of the War Veterans Allowance (WVA) for an emergency or unexpected contingency that affects health or safety and for which there are no other resources available.
Source : Veterans Affairs Caanada
Assistance Service for Former Canadian Military Members and Their Families
The VAC Assistance Service has been developed to assist you in overcoming almost every problem that can affect your personal or professional life.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Bureau of Pensions Advocates
The Bureau of Pensions Advocates is a unique organization within Veterans Affairs Canada that provides free legal advice and services to people who want assistance in appealing departmental decisions associated with disability pension claims.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Canada Benefits
The Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all Government of Canada financial benefit programs for individuals. You can find information about government student loans, the public pension plan, employment insurance, housing assistance, and payments or financial assistance to parents, immigrants, refugees, disabled individuals, Veterans, athletes and artists.
Source : Government of Canada.
Canadian Forces Activities
Veterans Affairs Canada is committed to providing support to Canadian Forces (CF) members and their families. This section contains information on how to apply for a disability pension, what benefits are available, what activities and initiatives are underway that will affect you, as well as a number of other items of interest.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Funeral, Burial and Gravemarking Assistance
Description of responsibility assumed by the Canadian Government for the burial of members of the Canadian Armed Forces who died during battle and those who died as a result of war-related injuries.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
A Guide to Access VAC Health Benefits and the Veterans Independence Program
This guide provides information about VAC Health Benefits and Veterans Independence Program and explains how to obtain those benefits (e.g.: medical, surgical and dental care, prosthetic devices and home adaptations).
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-866-522-2122
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A Guide to Access VAC Health Benefits and The Veterans Independence Program (PDF format)
This guide provides information about the Veterans Affairs Canada benefits and services available through both the VAC Health Program and the Veterans Independence Program and explains how to obtain those benefits you are eligible to receive. It also offers an explanation of how to use your VAC Health Identification Card. (PDF format)
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
A Guide To Using Your Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Health Care Identification Card
This guide explains how to use your VAC health care identification card to obtain health care benefits.
Source : Government of Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada.
Income-tested Benefits (War Veterans Allowance)
The War Veterans Allowance (WVA) is a form of financial assistance available from Veterans Affairs Canada. In recognition of war service, qualified persons are provided with a regular monthly income to meet basic needs. This site describes the functioning of the War Veterans Allowance, such as eligibility, service requirements, benefits for survivors, residency, etc
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
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Last Post Fund
The Last Post Fund (LPF) operates in cooperation with, and is supported financially by Veterans Affairs Canada. LPF is a non-profit corporation whose purpose is to ensure, insofar as possible, that no war Veterans or civilians who meet the wartime service eligibility criteria are denied a dignified funeral and burial for lack of sufficient funds.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces
The National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces (NMC) is a national focal point for sacrifices made to maintain Canada's commitment to peace and security, both internationally and at home. Located in Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa, the NMC honours current and former members who have served their country with pride.
Source : National Defence
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (Eligibility)
Entitlement eligibility guidelines for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder - Veterans Affairs Canada
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Programs - Veterans Affairs Canada
The New Veterans Charter gives CF Veterans and their families access to 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.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
Providers & Professionals
Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) works in partnership with other government health care authorities, health care providers and research professionals to ensure that eligible clients receive appropriate health care benefits and services.
Source : Government of Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada
Residential Care
Canada's commitment to provide quality care to injured, disabled and aging Veterans is a long-standing priority, dating back more than 80 years to the end of the First World War. As a key pillar of this commitment, Veterans Affairs Canada has been a pioneering force in establishing, managing and supporting residential care facilities that address the evolving needs of Veterans and other seniors.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada.
Review of Veterans Care Needs (RVCN) - Veterans Affairs Canada
Review of Veterans Care Needs project team has been able to identify changes in the needs of aging Veterans, gaps in benefits and services and how VAC can best add value to their care.
The Royal Canadian Legion
The Royal Canadian Legion is Canada's largest Veterans "ex-service person" and community service organization with more than 480,000 members and 1,600 branches in Canada, USA and Germany. They provide services to Veterans, ex-service persons, seniors, youth and numerous community-based charities.
Source : The Royal Canadian Legion
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