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Compensation for Illness or Injury
Compensation for service-related health conditions
Last Update: April 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides compensation for service-related illness or injury. It includes disability benefits, monthly allowances, lump-sum payments, medical costs, and support for caregivers and financial advice.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
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 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
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
- Completed application form
- Medical reports
- Medical questionnaire(s)
- Service health records
- Proof of identity, if required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans
- Current or former RCMP members
- Second World War and Korean War Veterans
- Some civilians who served in the Second World War
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 and healthcare-related costs covered under treatment benefits.
- Travel costs for authorized healthcare appointments.
- Financial advice costs, up to the stated limit.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel to buy or pick up health-related items is not eligible.
- Tax return preparation is not eligible for financial advice reimbursement.
- Investment commissions and annual investment fees are not eligible.
- Travel costs for financial advice are not eligible.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness and supporting evidence.
- VAC assesses entitlement and, where needed, the level of disability or care required.
- If information is missing, the application may be put on hold until it is received.
- A decision letter is issued, with appeal or review options if applicable.
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Compensation for Illness or Injury. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Compensation for Illness or Injury?
This program provides compensation for service-related illness or injury. It includes disability benefits, monthly allowances, lump-sum payments, medical costs, and support for caregivers and financial advice.
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:
Service-related medical condition
Benefit-specific health needs
Relevant veteran or service status
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)