Veterans and Seniors

Legion support for Veterans and their families is always free. You do not need to be a Legion member to access these services.

The Royal Canadian Legion offers support for Veterans and their families. We assist with disability claims through Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and provide programs, resources, and referrals to promote health and well-being, financial stability, and a smooth transition to civilian life.

The Legion’s definition of a Veteran

“A Veteran is any person who is serving or who has honourably served in the Canadian Armed Forces, the Commonwealth or its wartime allies, or as a Regular Member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, or as a Peace Officer in a Special Duty Area or on a Special Duty Operation, or who has served in the Merchant Navy or Ferry Command during wartime.”

Legion Service Officers work with current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the RCMP, and their eligible family members, to help them access VAC disability benefits, programs, and services. Their expertise ensures Veterans get the support and recognition they deserve.

Legion Service Officers play a vital role. They listen, identify unmet needs, and guide Veterans and their families toward appropriate supports. Additionally, they connect people directly with Command Service Officers (provincial and national levels) for specialized assistance.

If you need help with VAC disability claims, financial support through the Poppy Fund, or finding the right Veteran support programs, Legion Service Officers are ready to assist you.

For information or assistance, please contact the Branch nearest to you, or the Zone Service Officer at vets@rcl-zoneg5.ca.