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Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)
Financial recognition for service-related conditions
Latest source updateLast Update: October 2, 2026Latest change: Veterans Affairs Canada’s Rates page now shows increased maximum monthly amounts for Canadian Forces Income Support and War Veterans Allowance, with the next adjustment listed as 1 January 2027.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: October 2, 2026
Latest change: Veterans Affairs Canada’s Rates page now shows increased maximum monthly amounts for Canadian Forces Income Support and War Veterans Allowance, with the next adjustment listed as 1 January 2027.
VAC rates updated
Veterans Affairs Canada’s Rates page now shows higher maximum monthly amounts for Canadian Forces Income Support and War Veterans Allowance. For both programs, the most recent adjustment is shown as October 1, and the next adjustment is now listed as 1 January 2027. Canadian Forces Income Support now shows the updated maximums for a veteran or survivor, a veteran with spouse/partner, each dependent child, and an orphan. War Veterans Allowance now shows the updated maximums for a veteran or survivor, a blind veteran or survivor, a veteran with spouse/partner, a veteran with spouse/partner where both are blind, each dependent child, and an orphan.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Veterans with a diagnosed medical condition or disability related to their service.
See full eligibility
Overview
Disability benefits provide financial recognition for veterans with physical or mental health conditions related to their service. Examples include hearing loss, tinnitus, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Gulf War Illness, and similar conditions related to service.
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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
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Documents Needed
- A declaration attesting to the truth of the information provided.
- Medical reports or other records that document the member’s or Veteran’s injury or disease, diagnosis, disability, and increase in the extent of the disability.
- For an application by a survivor or a dependent child, a copy of the death certificate of the member or Veteran and medical reports or other records that document the cause of death.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Veterans with a diagnosed medical condition or disability related to their service.
Who is not eligible
- Survivors and dependent children cannot apply for Pain and Suffering Compensation for a medical condition for which they received the Death Benefit.
Selection criteria
- Adjudicators review all evidence relating to the claim and issue a fair, impartial written decision with reasons.
- They must draw all reasonable and favourable inferences and resolve any doubt in favour of the applicant.
- Relevant evidence is considered in light of all the circumstances of the case, and doubtful relevance is generally accepted for consideration.
- Credible and uncontradicted evidence should be accepted.
How to apply
- Apply online through My VAC Account.
Processing and Agreement
- VAC will get a copy of your service health records when it receives your application for disability benefits.
- The Claim Summary Tool (CST) is used to help process Disability Benefit applications more quickly.
- Your disability benefits application is reviewed by a trained decision maker.
Additional information
- Gulf War Illness is recognized by VAC as a valid medical diagnosis.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) Program
What is the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)?
Disability benefits provide financial recognition for veterans with physical or mental health conditions related to their service. Examples include hearing loss, tinnitus, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Gulf War Illness, and similar conditions related to service.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) program?
To be eligible for the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada) program, you must:
Have a diagnosed medical condition or disability.
Show that the condition or disability is related to your service.
Who can I contact for more information about the Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)?
You can contact Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) or by phone at 1-866-522-2022.
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)