Welcome to Veterans Affairs Canada
If you are a current or former member of the CAF or RCMP, or a family member, we have targeted services and benefits to improve your well-being.
Mental and physical health
Support and services related to your physical and mental health and wellness.
Financial programs and services
Support for your income, help making ends meet, emergency funding, and funding for organizations.
Education and jobs
Prepare for post-service life, training and education, and finding a job.
Housing and home life
Getting help at home, assistance with at-risk housing situations, death and bereavement.
Families and caregivers
Benefits and services for family, including survivors and caregivers.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
Options available to you as a member or former member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Remembrance
History, memorials, medals and decorations of those who served.
My VAC Account
A simple and secure way to do business online with Veterans Affairs Canada.
Not sure where to start?
There are several ways to find information on programs and services at Veterans Affairs Canada. The choice is yours.
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Salute!
Stay up to date on VAC’s benefits and services, remembrance and commemoration activities, and public consultations.
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Equity deserving groups
Improving services and benefits for Indigenous, Women and 2SLGBTQI+ Veterans.
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Accessibility at Veterans Affairs Canada
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Client definition
As of 1 April 2023, Veterans Affairs Canada has adopted a uniform definition for the term “client”.
2024 VAC National Client Survey
Phoenix Strategic Perspectives Inc. will conduct the 2024 National Client Survey on behalf of VAC, this July until September. If you receive a call for this 25-minute survey, please consider taking part. You will have multiple options how to complete the survey, including by telephone or online. The survey will be available in both official languages.
Reminder: we will never ask for your SIN or credit card information. If this is requested, we urge you to hang up immediately.
Notice: Information on wildfires across Canada
As wildfires continue to affect communities across Canada, residents are advised to follow the directives and instructions issued by local authorities.
Find more information on the wildfire situation in your province or territory.
Veterans, former RCMP members and their families who need assistance as a result of the wildfires can call us toll-free at 1-866-522-2122.
Wildfires may affect the operation of our service locations. Please call our toll-free number for information on office closures and to confirm your appointment.
Canadian Armed Forces Racism Class Action
A settlement approval hearing is scheduled for 16-17 July 2024, in the Canadian Armed Forces Racism Class Action (Court file no. T-2158-16). Details on the hearing can be found here.
Dennis Manuge et al v. His Majesty The King
On 19 March 2024, the Federal Court issued its decision to approve the settlement of the class action Dennis Manuge et al v. His Majesty The King (Court file no. T-119-19). The Notice of Settlement Approval can be found here.
Notice: Sean Bruyea v. His Majesty the King
On 17 October 2022, the Federal Court issued its decision to certify the class action Sean Bruyea v. His Majesty The King (Court file no. T-1106-20). The Certification Notice and opt-out form can be found here. Find out more: srbclassaction.ca
Notice: Simon Logan v. His Majesty The King
On 24 April 2023, the Federal Court issued its decision to approve the settlement of the class action Simon Logan v. His Majesty The King (Court file no. T-1358-18). The Notice of Settlement Approval can be found here.
Disability pension corrective payment