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Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Income Replacement Benefit supports Veterans, and in some cases survivors and orphans, through a monthly financial benefit for service-related health problems. Eligible support can include income replacement linked to rehabilitation participation, diminished earning capacity, and related medical assessment rules.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
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
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Coverage for healthcare services and related expenses.
- Coverage for health-related travel.
Documents Needed
- Application form submitted in writing or through My VAC Account.
- Medical reports or other records supporting the health condition.
- Service-related information or documents.
- Income information for benefit calculation.
- For survivors or orphans: death certificate and relationship documents.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Veterans
- Legal representatives acting on behalf of a living Veteran
- Survivors
- Orphans
- Legal representatives acting on behalf of a living survivor or living orphan
Who is not eligible
- Veterans whose physical or mental health problem resulted primarily from service in the CAF on or before April 1, 1947, or from service in the Korean War
- Veterans whose physical or mental health problem was caused by a willful self-inflicted injury or improper conduct
- Serving CAF members who have not yet released
Eligible expenses
- Medical, nursing, and related care services.
- Assistive daily-living items, specialized equipment, and prescription drugs.
- Dental, audiology, and vision services.
- Some health-related travel costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Veterans whose physical or mental health problem resulted primarily from service in the CAF on or before April 1, 1947, or from service in the Korean War.
- Health problems caused by willful self-inflicted injury or improper conduct.
Eligible geographic areas
- No residency in Canada is required for Veteran eligibility
Processing and Agreement
- The Department may waive the application requirement if it believes the person may be eligible based on information already collected.
- The Department may require medical examinations or assessments to determine continued entitlement.
- Failure to undergo a required medical examination or assessment may lead to suspension or cancellation after 30 days.
- For survivors and orphans, the Department determines eligibility based on disability benefits in respect of death decisions under the Pension Act or Part 3 of the Veterans Well-being Act.
Additional information
- Coverage is provided through Veterans Affairs Canada and Medavie Blue Cross.
- A VAC healthcare card is issued automatically when you qualify.
- Most benefits have frequency and dollar limits.
- Some services require pre-authorization before reimbursement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Treatment Benefits Program Program
What is the Treatment Benefits Program?
The Income Replacement Benefit supports Veterans, and in some cases survivors and orphans, through a monthly financial benefit for service-related health problems. Eligible support can include income replacement linked to rehabilitation participation, diminished earning capacity, and related medical assessment rules.
Who is eligible for the Treatment Benefits Program program?
To be eligible for the Treatment Benefits Program program, you must:
Veterans only
Service-related barrier to re-establishment
Apply before age 65
What expenses are eligible under Treatment Benefits Program?
Coverage for healthcare services and related expenses.
Coverage for health-related travel.
Who can I contact for more information about the Treatment Benefits Program?
You can contact Medavie Blue Cross or by phone at 1-866-522-2122.
Where is the Treatment Benefits Program available?
The Treatment Benefits Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Treatment Benefits Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Treatment Benefits Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Treatment Benefits Program?
Treatment Benefits Program is funded by Medavie Blue Cross