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Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)
Tax-free support for service-related disabilities
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 461,956
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
A tax-free disability benefit for eligible veterans and RCMP members. Supports service-related conditions with monthly or lump-sum payments, plus claims based on medical evidence and service connection.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 461,956 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Application form (PEN 923)
- Medical reports or health reports
- Medical questionnaire(s)
- Service health records
- Proof of identity, and consent form if required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans
- Current or former RCMP members
- Second World War or Korean War veterans
- Certain civilians who served in the Second World War
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Applicants outside Canada may still be eligible in some circumstances
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by a VAC decision maker.
- Missing information may pause processing until received.
- A decision letter is issued after review.
- Unfavourable decisions include review and appeal options.
Additional information
- Decision letters explain the result and appeal options.
- VAC may request more medical information if needed.
- Benefits start on the date shown in the favourable decision letter.
- Some applicants may be eligible for reassessment if their condition worsens.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada). 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 Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)?
A tax-free disability benefit for eligible veterans and RCMP members. Supports service-related conditions with monthly or lump-sum payments, plus claims based on medical evidence and service connection.
How much funding can be received?
Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) Funds up to $461,956 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) program?
To be eligible for the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) program, you must:
Eligible military, RCMP, or certain civilian status
Diagnosed medical condition
Service-related condition
Who can I contact for more information about the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)?
You can contact Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) by email at none or by phone at 1-866-522-2122.
Where is the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) available?
The Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) program is available across Canada.
Is the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)?
Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) is funded by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)