Services and Benefits
Pastoral Outreach
What is Pastoral Outreach?
Through Pastoral Outreach, we can provide you and your immediate family with spiritual support when the need arises. This service is similar to the way military chaplains provide help to those who are serving.
While our service is primarily designed to provide you with support while you are dealing with end of life issues such as dying, death, a burial in the National Cemetery, and bereavement, our carefully selected clergy are also available to help with other issues. Many of the clergy associated with this program are retired Canadian Forces Padres or Royal Canadian Legion Chaplains who are familiar with the military way of life and the challenges you may face as you transition to civilian life. Our services are not intended to replace the ministry of civilian clergy when you are a regular member of a civilian parish. However, we are able to provide a swift response when pastoral emergencies occur and you do not have access to local clergy.
Do I Qualify?
Pastoral Outreach services are available to:
- Any Veteran, including Merchant Navy Veterans
- Immediate family of Veterans, depending on circumstances
Who Do I Contact About Pastoral Outreach?
To contact a clergy member in your area, please call us toll-free at 1-800-504-4156 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (EST) Monday through Friday.
If you would like to speak immediately to a qualified counsellor, please call the 24-Hour Toll-Free Help Line at 1-800-268-7708.
