IF YOU ARE, OR KNOW OF, A CANADIAN FORCS, ALLIED OR RCMP VETERAN IN NEED OF PHYSICAL, FINANCIAL OR EMOTIONAL ASSISTANCE, DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT OUR BRANCH SERVICE OFFICER AT 519-942-4895 OR RCL233@ROGERS.COM. ALL INQUIRIES ARE TREATED IN THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE AND YOU MIGHT BE SURPRISED AT THE LEVEL OF SUPORT YOU COULD RECEIVE.
DON'T BE SHY. WE'RE HERE TO HELP.
This will be of interest to those receiving (or have received) a disability pension from Veterans Affairs Canada. (Eligibility also includes families of deceased veterans.)
Each year, as required by the Pension Act, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) calculates annual increases in monthly disability benefits to account for inflation. Through this certified class proceeding, Class Counsel has identified several errors in VAC’s calculations. These alleged errors date back to 2002.
Many to whom this may apply believe that they will automatically receive compensation. Regrettably, this is not correct.
The good news is that VAC has settled in favour of the complainants; the bad news is that the claimant registration process closes on 31 Mar 23.
To read the details, go to https://vetspensionerror.ca/
To register, go to https://vetspensionerror.ca/register/
McMaster University is seeking Canadian Armed Forces Veterans with a history of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) for a study undertaken by McMaster with support from the Atlas Institute. The study is being conducted in English only.
Please contact talklab@mcmaster.ca if you meet the criteria and are interested in participating. This project will help us increase our understanding and capabilities in addressing mild TBI in the Canadian Veteran population.
The exceptional roles and responsibilities Canada’s military and RCMP members undertake while in service can lead to mental health difficulties. The Legion understands the toll serving for our country can have on individuals and we are here to offer our support. Though we cannot assist directly in the specialized area of mental health, the compassionate professionals from the Service Officer Network can assist you in finding the help you need. There are numerous programs and services available for Veterans and their families to get the help they deserve. Do not suffer in silence, there is help. We care.
The Employee Assistance Services of Health Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Canada, is a voluntary and confidential service to help serving and retired members (Regular Force, all Reserve Class Members, RCMP, Cadets, Veterans), their family members as well as primary caregivers, who have personal concerns that affect their personal well-being and/or work performance.
The Family Information Line is a confidential, personal and bilingual service offering information, support, referrals, reassurance and crisis management to the military community. Trained Family Information Line Counsellors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you.
SOURCE: https://www.legion.ca/support-for-veterans/mental-health-ptsd
The Royal Canadian Legion understands that Veterans retiring from the military or RCMP may need help transitioning back to civilian life.
Legion Support for Veterans and their Families
The impact service has on military and RCMP Veterans often makes the transition back to civilian life challenging. The experience of life after release can be different and unique for each individual. In all cases there is a period of adjustment for the Veteran and their family. In some cases, this transition can impact physical and mental health, disrupt financial stability, impact relationships and families, and include addressing or managing physical or mental wounds from service.
Through all of the adjustments and challenges, the Legion is here to help. Our Professional Command Service Officers can assist you and your family in accessing immediate and long term supports and services:
...and more!
To speak with us about assistance in adjusting to civilian life, please contact your Command Service Officer.
Camaraderie and the Legion Community
Legion Branches offer support and camaraderie to Veterans and their families in their community. Currently serving and retired CAF and RCMP members and their families are encouraged to get involved at their local Legion as a way to meet other Veterans and members and get involved in your community.
The Legion is pleased to provide Veterans that have retired from the Canadian Armed Forces within the last year with a free one-year Legion membership, including a subscription to Legion Magazine and access to the Member Benefit programs.
Source: https://www.legion.ca/support-for-veterans/adjusting-to-civilian-life
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There are even more resources available to our veterans and their families - more than this website can hold. Our veterans are all deserving for their sacrifices for their country. Please click below to find the main page of the information linking to more information.
"Wounded Warriors Canada is a national mental health service provider utilizing clinical best practices and evidence-based care to create an environment of compassion, resiliency and hope for Canada’s Veterans, First Responders and their families."
Click on Find Out More (below) (Not affiliated directly with the Legion)
Asbestos was an integral part of the military for much of the 20th century because of its ability to insulate and fireproof. All branches of the armed forces used asbestos in the construction of ships, tanks, planes and barracks that were insulated with asbestos. During WWII there was intensive shipbuilding which was one of the deadliest occupations for asbestos exposure. Continued involvement in Korea, Gulf War, Afghanistan and military involvement with disasters in various parts of the world has also affected our veteran’s continued exposure to asbestos. The disease’s latency period of between 20 and 50 years can account for the incidents of different forms of mesothelioma in our veterans. For information about the disease, treatment and possible compensation, we have provided four websites for you to visit. One of the sites, located in the U.S., is ready and willing to help our Canadian veterans and others affected by asbestos exposure to find the resources they need. You can make a direct link with Lauren Johansmeyer, Public Outreach, at ljohansmeyer@asbestos.com, Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com.
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