Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPP) of $5 Million or More

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Pensions for Disability and Death (Voted)

Start Date:

September 1, 1919

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005-06

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Disability Benefits

Description:

Compensation can be in the form of a Disability Pension which is a tax-free, monthly payment provided for life to recognize and compensate for the economic (loss of income), and non-economic (pain and suffering), impacts of a service-related disability. Compensation can also be in the form of pensions for death and/or monthly allowances. These benefits may be provided to eligible Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces Veterans and members, their survivors, spouses/common-law partners, and dependents. Certain Canadian civilian groups (e.g. Ferry Command, Nursing Sisters) whose lives have been permanently affected as a result of service to their country may also be eligible. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Disability Benefits:

Eligible Veterans and other individuals are recognized and compensated for the effects of service-related disabilities

• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC recognize their service-related disability. Target is 70% by March 31, 2022.
• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC compensate for the effects of their service-related disability. Target 70% by March 31, 2022.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

2015–16

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2020–21

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Disability Awards and Allowances (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2006

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005-06

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Disability Benefits

Description:

Compensation is provided in the form of monetary awards for disability or death and/or monthly allowances for eligible Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans, and in some cases surviving spouses/common-law partners and surviving dependent children, for death, detention and the non-economic effects of service-related disability including pain and suffering, functional loss and the effects of permanent impairment on the lives of members, Veterans and their families. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Disability Benefits:

Eligible Veterans and other individuals are recognized and compensated for the effects of service-related disabilities

• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC recognize their service-related disability. Target is 70% by March 31, 2022.
• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC compensate for the effects of their service-related disability. Target 70% by March 31, 2022.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

2015–16

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2020–21

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Pain and Suffering Compensation (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2019

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

This transfer payment program does not have terms and conditions as the associated program is established directly in the Act and Regulations. The approval for the new program and its corresponding regulations occurred in 2018–19.

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Disability Benefits

Description:

The policy intent of Pain and Suffering Compensation (PSC) is to recognize and compensate for the non-economic effects of service-related disability, including pain and suffering, physical and/or psychological loss, functional impairment and impact on the CAF member’s or Veteran’s overall quality of life and the impact on the lives of the CAF member’s or Veteran’s family (i.e. surviving spouse or common-law partner and dependent children). The PSC replaces the Disability Award (DA) as the new non-taxable monthly benefit under the VWA on April 1, 2019. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Disability Benefits:

Eligible Veterans and other individuals are recognized and compensated for the effects of service-related disabilities

• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC recognize their service-related disability. Target is 70% by March 31, 2022.
• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC compensate for the effects of their service-related disability. Target 70% by March 31, 2022.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

Not previously evaluated

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Not Applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2020–21

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Additional Pain and Suffering Compensation (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2019

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

This transfer payment program does not have terms and conditions as the associated program is established directly in the Act and Regulations. The approval for the new program and its corresponding regulations occurred in 2018–19.

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Disability Benefits

Description:

The Additional Pain and Suffering Compensation recognizes and compensates Veterans for the non-economic loss associated with the extent to which service-related permanent and severe impairments cause barriers to re-establishment. Compensation is provided in the form of monthly tax-free payments, and this benefit is payable for the life of the Veteran. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Disability Benefits:

Eligible Veterans and other individuals are recognized and compensated for the effects of service-related disabilities

• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC recognize their service-related disability. Target is 70% by March 31, 2022.
• % of Veterans and other individuals who feel the disability benefits they receive from VAC compensate for the effects of their service-related disability. Target 70% by March 31, 2022.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

Not previously evaluated

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Not Applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2020–21

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Income Replacement Benefits (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2019

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

This transfer payment program does not have terms and conditions as the associated program is established directly in the Act and Regulations. The approval for the new program and its corresponding regulations occurred in 2018–19.

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Income Support

Description:

The Income Replacement Benefit is a new financial benefit that has been developed to streamline and simplify how Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) provides compensation to Veterans for the economic impacts that health problems resulting primarily from service have on the Veteran’s ability to earn income and save for retirement. Income Replacement Benefit provides temporary income replacement benefits while the Canadian Forces Veteran participates in rehabilitation in preparation for employment in civilian life The benefit may be payable for life if the health problem for which the Veteran is entitled to the Income Replacement Benefit has caused a diminished earning capacity in recognition of the permanent future earnings loss and the potential impact this loss may have had on career advancement opportunities and the long-term capacity to save for retirement. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

Not previously evaluated

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Not Applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2020–21

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Income Support:

Eligible Veterans and other clients have access to income replacement while their rehabilitation and vocational needs are being assessed.

• # of Veterans who receive at least one payment prior to the development of a Rehabilitation Plan or a Vocational Assistance Plan.
  Note: Target and target date unspecified as it is a new program. With a program launch of April 1, 2019, income replacement benefit baseline data will be collected during the first year and a target and target date will be set after analysis is completed.

Veterans have timely access to Canadian Forces Income Support to meet their needs.

• % of Canadian Forces Income Support decisions rendered within 4 weeks of the completed application. Target is 75% by March 31, 2020.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Supplementary Retirement Benefit Payout (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2019

End Date:

March 31, 2020

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005-06

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Income Support

Description:

The Earnings Loss Benefit and the Supplementary Retirement Benefit are ending on April 1, 2019. Those entitled to continued Earnings Loss Benefit on March 31, 2019, will receive a lump sum payment equal to the Supplementary Retirement Benefit amount they will be entitled to on that date. Those who had been entitled to receive continued Earnings Loss Benefit but were no longer entitled to that benefit and have not received the Supplementary Retirement Benefit to which they are entitled will also receive a lump sum payment. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

 

Not applicable.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

N/A

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

N/A

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

N/A

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Communications and engagement on the Supplementary Retirement Benefit Payout are part of planned activities being rolled out under the umbrella of Pension for Life.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Education and Training Benefit (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2018

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2017–18

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Transition Services

Description:

The Veterans' Education and Training Benefit supports Veterans successful transition from military to civilian life by providing funding for Veterans to attend college, university or technical education institution. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Transition Services:

Education and Training Benefit: Veterans gain knowledge and skills to support increased purposeful activity and/or labour market engagement.

• % of eligible Veterans who successfully complete their first year of study within their chosen program.
  Note: Target and target date to be determined due to the characteristics of this particular program. Although this program launched on April 1, 2018, the first year of study may not commence until January 2019 or September 2019 (following confirmation of enrollment for that semester). Also, if studies are part-time, it will take longer to collect data for analysis. For these reasons, the baseline and target will be established by April 2021 once a full study year of data has been analyzed.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

Not previously evaluated

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Not applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2021–22

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

War Veterans Allowances and Civilian War Allowances (Voted)

Start Date:

September 1, 1930

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005-06

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• War Veterans Allowance

Description:

The War Veterans Allowance (WVA) is a form of financial assistance available to eligible Veterans, qualified civilians and their survivors, dependants and orphans. In recognition of war service, qualified persons are provided with regular, monthly income to meet basic needs. WVA is based on income, domestic status and number of dependants. Recipients are paid at a single, married or orphan’s rate. Payments are indexed annually to the CPI. Eligibility for WVA is determined by the wartime service of a Veteran or qualified civilian, age or health, income or residency. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

War Veterans Allowance

Veterans and their families, in recognition of war service, have timely access to War Veterans Allowance funding to meet basic needs.

• % of War Veterans Allowance decisions rendered within 4 weeks. Target is 80% by March 31, 2020.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

2018–19

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2023–24

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans, families)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Veterans Independence Program (VIP) (Voted)

Start Date:

1981

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Contribution

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2012–13

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Veterans Independence Program

Description:

The Department’s Veterans Independence Program is a national home care program that assists eligible clients to remain independent in their own homes or communities by offering a variety of programs and services, such as housekeeping, grounds maintenance, and personal care. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Veterans Independence Program

Veterans are able to remain healthy and independent in their own homes and communities.

• • % of Veterans Independence Program (VIP) recipients who report they rely on VIP in order to remain in their homes and communities. Target is 95% by March 31, 2020.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

2016–17 (VIP), 2018–19 (Intermediate and Long Term Care)

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2020–21 (VIP), 2023–24 (Intermediate and Long Term Care)

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans, families)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Housekeeping and Grounds Maintenance (VIP) (Voted)

Start Date:

January 1, 2013

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2012–13

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Veterans Independence Program

Description:

The Housekeeping and Grounds Maintenance grant provides assistance to eligible clients to remain independent in their own homes or communities by providing payments for housekeeping and grounds maintenance services. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Veterans Independence Program

Veterans are able to remain healthy and independent in their own homes and communities.

• % of Veterans Independence Program (VIP) recipients who report they rely on VIP in order to remain in their homes and communities. Target is 95% by March 31, 2020.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

2016–17

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2020–21

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans, families)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Caregiver Recognition Benefit (Voted)

Start Date:

July 1, 2015

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2017–18

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Caregiver Recognition Benefit

Description:

The Caregiver Recognition Benefit recognizes the vital contribution of informal caregivers to the health and well-being of eligible Veterans and the integral role of the caregiver in providing support and assistance to Veterans who are seriously disabled. It is a monthly tax free benefit payable directly to caregivers of Veterans. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Caregiver Recognition Benefit

Caregivers feel recognized for the support they provide Veterans.

• % of caregivers in receipt of the Caregiver Recognition Benefit who report the benefit is a meaningful recognition of their role in supporting Veterans. Target is 70% by March 31, 2021.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

Not previously evaluated

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Not applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2019–20

General targeted recipient groups:

Persons (Veterans, families)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC has and will continue to engage Veterans and their families, Veterans’ stakeholder organizations, and Canadians on the delivery of VAC’s services and programs. Through the Communication and Outreach Initiative, there will be many additional opportunities to engage with stakeholders through town halls, open houses, and surveys. In 2016, the Department announced the creation of six ministerial advisory groups who serve as an ongoing and important part of stakeholder engagement. Communications activities will include proactive media outreach, promotion through social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), news releases, updated web content, My VAC Account messages, and targeted advertising campaigns to ensure information is reaching all audiences.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Last Post Fund (Voted)

Start Date:

N/A

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2016–17

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Funeral and Burial Program

Description:

The Last Post Fund (LPF) Corporation is an independent, non-profit organization that delivers the Funeral and Burial Program on behalf of Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Funeral and Burial Program

Estates of eligible Veterans have access to financial assistance for a dignified funeral and burial.

• % of Veterans Affairs Canada clients who are satisfied that the estates of Veterans have access to financial assistance through the Funeral and Burial Program. Target is 70% by March 31, 2020.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

2016–17

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2021–22

General targeted recipient groups:

Non-profit organization (Last Post Fund Corporation)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC consistently engages the LPF Corporation through correspondence. In addition, regular meetings are held with LPF Corporation and VAC officials. The Director General, Commemoration, continues to sit on the Governing Council and the Executive Committee of the LPF.

Name of Transfer Payment Program:

Commonwealth War Graves Commission (Voted)

Start Date:

N/A

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

N/A

Link to department’s Program Inventory:

• Canada Remembers Program

Description:

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) was established by Royal Charter in 1917. Its duties are to mark and maintain the graves of the members of the forces of the Commonwealth who were killed in the two World Wars, to build memorials to those who have no known grave and to keep records and registers of Canadian war dead. VAC maintains Canadian war graves and cemeteries through a partnership with the CWGC. There are 110,358 Canadian war dead commemorated in 75 countries around the world, including Canada. The TPP does not have repayable contributions.

Expected Results and Performance Indicators

Canada Remembers Program

Veterans and those who died in service are publicly acknowledged

• % of Canadians who are satisfied with how VAC recognizes and honours Canadian Veterans and those who died in service through the presentation and care of memorials, cemeteries and grave markers. Target is 65% by March 31, 2020.

NOTE: While the Canada Remembers Program Performance Information Profile does not include a performance indicator or target specific to this transfer payment program, the CWGC provides VAC with an annual report that outlines the work accomplished for Canada.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation:

2016–17 (Graves), 2017–18 (Memorials)

Decision following the results of last evaluation:

Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation:

2021–22

General targeted recipient groups:

Non-profit organization (Commonwealth War Graves Commission)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

VAC consistently engages the CWGC through correspondence; regular meetings are held with officials.