There should be no mistake of the fighting spirit of either Canada or the rest of the NATO nations as we hear rhetoric from south of the border questioning the value of the alliance.
The five-year, $572-million contract with Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services should not be renewed because it ‘does nothing to promote the continuity of care,’ and ‘push[es] bureaucracy to the point of absurdity,’ MPs on the Veterans Affairs Committee are told.
It seems the Liberal government is targeting disabled veterans and applying cost-saving measures at their expense, which should shock us all.
When VAC provides decision letters that deny a benefit without acknowledging the veteran’s arguments, evidence, or specific circumstances, the department risks destroying the sacred trust that has been afforded them by Canada’s veterans.
The proposed $2.50-per-gram reduction in reimbursements could ‘fundamentally change’ veterans’ access to high-quality and affordable products, says Dr. Nick Withers.
Given the mental health struggles many veterans face, the truth is we continue to lose those who have served to their injuries, but it is not as easy to find the number after they’ve left the Forces.
If remembrance is to endure, it must evolve from static commemoration to active engagement. Schools and youth organizations can play a critical role here.
Veterans advocates and groups are urging for a new approach, and for action on long-standing calls for change to improve the lives of former servicemembers.
Supporting veterans and their families in every aspect of their transition to civilian life is both a moral duty and a strategic necessity.
Well-designed volunteer opportunities can foster a sense of connection, and offer a meaningful outlet for veterans to apply their unique skills and values in civilian settings.
Meanwhile, Sean Bruyea says whistleblower protections are also needed for veterans and their families because they are ‘highly vulnerable to reprisals from either VAC or the company employees and subcontractors, should they occur.’
Feds looking to find $15.8-billion in savings through ‘Refocus Government Spending’ initiative as pressure mounts for Canada to boost defence spending.
Treasury Board President Anita Anand says departments are ‘okay for the next three to four weeks’ if a vote on supplementary estimates is delayed by the House standoff.
The modern veteran has very few fellow Canadians who fully understand the horrors they have seen.
It’s time the City of Ottawa and the feds worked together to establish a Parliamentary Precinct of which Canadians across the country can proud.
Veterans have made the ultimate sacrifice, fighting for our liberty both here and abroad. Yet, they must fight again to receive support from our country.
Service is service, the blood of all heroes never dies, and our remembrance of all veterans should be equally enduring regardless of the nature of their wounds.
Canadians cannot renege on the contract was understood when we joined the armed forces, that the government would care for and compensate us for our losses in a manner that allows us to live in dignity, fairness, and prosperity.
Veterans Affairs must adopt a ‘one veteran-one standard’ approach to improve legislation to address the financial and wellness requirements of the veterans’ community, particularly concerning pensions for life.
The majority of people who leave military service transition to civilian life relatively well but around 1,600 veterans annually struggle, according to the Veterans Transition Network’s CEO.
Today’s veterans differ from previous generations, and to honour their service by providing the right supports to meet their needs as they age.
Mental health is not a one-size-fits-all problem, and veterans need to be able to make their own choices when it comes to their experiences.
Operation Service Dog has provided over $2-million to help train and pair over 61 veterans with service dogs, with 27 more on the way.
