Canada Veterans

• New rehab contract for veterans given failing grade by union. Why?

  The union is pointing the finger at a lack of training in Veterans Affairs Canada's guidelines, as well as a lack of understanding of what the clients need.

  Canada

  Jun 5, 2023
  
• Rehab contract sparks new fight between veterans and the Liberal government. Here’s why

  The government is now facing calls to tear up the contract amid broader warnings from the union and its newfound allies about the privatization of veterans' care.

  Canada

  Feb 12, 2023
  
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• Veterans find support and healing at Quebec horse farm

  The organization was launched in 2018 and the farm is one of three locations, with the main office on Monkland Boulevard in Montreal and a third centre near Quebec City.

  Canada

  Nov 11, 2022
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• What veterans think about the future of Canada’s military: ‘There’s still value’

  As Remembrance Day arrives, Canadian veterans tell Global News the military must address the multiple issues it is facing if it hopes to solve the recruitment crisis.

  Canada

  Nov 11, 2022
• Opposition parties support calls for veterans affairs minister to resign: ‘Untenable’

  Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay is facing pressure from Veterans Affairs employees, veterans and advocates to step down amid high wait times and other issues.

  Canada

  Nov 3, 2022
• Canadian War Museum oral history project examines war’s aftermath

  The pride in Blanche Bennett's voice was evident as she vividly recounted the day 80 years ago when she volunteered to serve in the Canadian Women's Army Corps.

  Canada

  Nov 3, 2022
• Ottawa has ‘failed’ veterans as calls grow for minister to resign: advocates

  Long wait times for VAC benefits and controversy surrounding an offer of medical assistance in dying to a veteran is leading to growing calls for the minister in charge to resign.

  Canada

  Oct 30, 2022
• ‘Giving us a voice’: Feds support N.S. equine therapy program for female veterans

  Alissa Cue says not only can horses make people feel safe and secure, but they can improve one’s communication and leadership skills.

  Canada

  Apr 25, 2022
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• Injured, ill veterans struggling needlessly as feds ignore recommendations, ombud says

  The problems identified by the watchdog's office since 2017 include long wait times for veterans to find out whether they qualify for disability benefits and assistance.

  Canada

  Dec 5, 2021
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• Former case manager says high workload is hurting Canadian veterans

  ``It's hard to put your head down at night and feel like you did your job properly,'' Lucy Hirayama told The Canadian Press.

  Canada

  Nov 14, 2021