Disability Benefits (Veterans Affairs Canada)

• Medical reports or other records
• A declaration confirming the truth of the information provided
• Death certificate, for survivor or dependent child applications

Who is eligible?

• Veterans with a disability benefits application decision from Veterans Affairs Canada.

Who is not eligible

• Estates.
• Survivors or dependent children seeking PSC for a condition already covered by the Death Benefit.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Applications already decided under the Pension Act for the same injury or disease.
• Conditions ruled inseparable from a pensioned injury or disease under the Pension Act.

Eligible geographic areas

• Canada

• Existence of a diagnosed chronic or permanent condition.
• Strength of the link between the condition and service.
• Severity of the disability and impact on quality of life.
• Medical evidence and supporting records provided.

• Step 1: Contact the Bureau
  • Call the Bureau of Pensions Advocates toll-free.
  • There is no application form to request help.
• Step 2: Provide case information
  • Share the information needed to start your case.
• Step 3: Receive advice or representation
  • Get advice on the merits of your appeal or representation from an advocate.

• The application is reviewed by the Department after submission.
• A decision maker uses policy tools and medical evidence to assess entitlement and disability extent.
• A decision letter is issued once the review is complete.
• If monthly compensation is granted, the recipient may later elect a lump sum payment.

• 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.