Veterans’ services offered by the Legion to Veterans and their families are ALWAYS FREE. You do not need to be a Legion member to access these services.
Many Veterans, current and former Canadian Armed Forces members, and their families may not be getting all the support and benefits they can from Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). Often, those who have served are not aware of the help available, or find the process too difficult to manage alone.
If you are a Veteran, a current or former member of the Canadian Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve), a Merchant Navy Veteran, a current or former RCMP member, or a family member, you might be missing out on important benefits. You may also know someone who could benefit from talking to a Legion Service Officer.
Benefits You May Be Entitled To
Based on your service and situation, you could qualify for several types of support, such as:
- Your Health Care Identification Card
- Health Care Program
- Disability Pension Program
- Veterans Independence Program
- Merchant Navy Veterans: Services & Benefits
- Attendance Allowance
- Prisoner of War Compensation
- Last Post Fund
- Funeral, Burial & Grave Marking Assistance
- Income-tested Benefits
Who Can Access Legion Veterans’ Services
Legion Veterans’ Services are available to those who are serving or have served in:
- The Canadian Armed Forces or Reserve Force
- The Commonwealth or its wartime allies
- The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (Regular Members)
- The Merchant Navy or Ferry Command during wartime
- Peace Officers in Special Duty Areas or on Special Duty Operations
Eligible family members may also qualify, including:
- A spouse by marriage or common-law
- A child of a Veteran under 18, or enrolled in college or university up to age 25
- A child of a Veteran who was incapacitated before age 21 and declared dependent
How Legion Service Officers Can Help
You are not alone. Legion Branch volunteer Service Officers are here to make sure Veterans and their families get the care, respect, and support they deserve. They can:
- Conduct community outreach to identify Veterans and families in need.
- Assist with completing Legion Claims Forms and refer cases to Legion Command Service Officers for individualized support.
- Coordinate benevolent financial assistance through the Branch Poppy Fund.
- Visit Veterans in retirement homes and long-term care facilities.
- Connect Veterans with support services and care programs offered through the Branch and the local community.
The Legion is here to help you learn about your options, get your benefits, and make sure every Veteran and family member has the support they need.
For information or assistance, please contact our Service Officer at
You can also reach out to the Veterans Services Officer at your local branch. Please see the list of Zone G5 branch websites for contact details.
The Royal Canadian Legion’s Support for Veterans also provides access to four full-time Service Officers in Ontario, as well as Service Officers throughout the rest of Canada, to assist you. To locate the nearest one in your area, check the list of Service Officers at the Dominion Command’s National Website, in English or en Français.