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Compensation for Illness or Injury
Financial support for service-related illness or injury
Latest source updateLast Update: August 5, 2026Latest change: The Rates page now shows higher maximum amounts for Canadian Forces Income Support and War Veterans Allowance, with the quarterly adjustment moving from July 1 to October 1.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 5, 2026
Latest change: The Rates page now shows higher maximum amounts for Canadian Forces Income Support and War Veterans Allowance, with the quarterly adjustment moving from July 1 to October 1.
Veterans rates updated
The Rates page now shows increased maximum amounts for Canadian Forces Income Support and War Veterans Allowance. For both programs, the quarterly adjustment moved from July 1 to October 1, and the Additional Pain and Suffering Compensation section was removed from the page. On the Medical costs page, only the My VAC Account sign-in link text changed; no program rules, dates, funding terms, or contact details changed there.
Overview
Compensation for illness or injury offers financial support for Veterans affected by service-related illness or injury through Veterans Affairs Canada across multiple benefit programs. It also includes disability benefits, treatment benefits, and health-related travel expenses.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Housing
Target groups
- General public
- People with disabilities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Medical questionnaires
- Service health records
- Supporting medical records
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Veterans
- Members of the Canadian Armed Forces
Who is not eligible
- Survivors, dependents, or estates for the Critical Injury Benefit
- People receiving the Exceptional Incapacity Allowance for the Additional Pain and Suffering Compensation
- Applicants who do not meet the specific benefit requirements
Eligible expenses
- Medical, nursing and related healthcare; aids for daily living; special equipment; prescription medication; dental, audiology, or vision services
- Transportation, parking, meals, lodging, out of province travel and, when required, an escort
- Up to $500 to get advice from a financial professional on how to invest and manage a lump-sum
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Help with tax returns
- Annual commissions or fees on your investments
- Travel costs
Selection criteria
- Medical evidence supporting the condition.
- Connection between the condition and service.
- Severity and impact on quality of life.
- Program-specific entitlement requirements.
How to apply
- Apply online through My VAC Account.
Processing and Agreement
- We will get a copy of your service health records when we receive your application for disability benefits.
- The Claim Summary Tool is used to help process Disability Benefit applications more quickly, so Veterans receive decisions sooner.
Additional information
- The program includes several benefit types under the same compensation page.
- Some benefits are payable for life or monthly, depending on the benefit.
- VAC may request a review or reassessment if circumstances change.
- A decision letter explains the outcome and appeal options.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Compensation for Illness or Injury Program
What is the Compensation for Illness or Injury?
Compensation for illness or injury offers financial support for Veterans affected by service-related illness or injury through Veterans Affairs Canada across multiple benefit programs. It also includes disability benefits, treatment benefits, and health-related travel expenses.
How much funding can be received?
Compensation for Illness or Injury Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Compensation for Illness or Injury program?
To be eligible for the Compensation for Illness or Injury program, you must:
You have a diagnosed medical condition or disability
You can show that the condition or disability is related to your service
Who can I contact for more information about the Compensation for Illness or Injury?
You can contact Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) or by phone at 1-866-522-2122.
Where is the Compensation for Illness or Injury available?
The Compensation for Illness or Injury program is available across Canada.
Is the Compensation for Illness or Injury a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Compensation for Illness or Injury is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Compensation for Illness or Injury?
Compensation for Illness or Injury is funded by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)