Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) issued the following statement: “On the morning of 1 July 1916, Allied troops began their advance toward German positions to open one of the First World War’s most significant campaigns, the Battle of the Somme. By that night, more than 57,000 British and Commonwealth soldiers had been killed, … Read more
In partnership with Minister of Public Services and Procurement Anita Anand (Oakville, Ont.), Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) announced a new rehabilitation services contract for Veterans and their families. The contract was awarded to Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services, a joint venture of two companies: WGC International and Lifemark Health Group. Partners in Canadian Veterans … Read more
Veterans Affairs Canada is inviting veterans, their families and all Canadians to share their thoughts on this important topic through our online consultation on the future of remembrance. The online consultation is open from 18 June to 9 July 2021. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
The Department is seeking to renew membership with veterans, Canadians, and stakeholders with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Applicants should be Canadians who want to make a difference by sharing their perspectives on issues relevant to the Veteran community. Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) said: “We are grateful for the significant contributions made by current … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) issued the following statement: “This is in response to your report entitled Peer Support for Veterans who have Experienced Military Sexual Trauma. I would like to thank you and your office for this report and its three recommendations. I fully agree with the goal of providing Veterans who experienced … Read more
The Veterans Review and Appeal Board issued an Interpretation Decision (I-3) that provides clarity around compensation for those with disabilities arising from medical care. The Decision finds that both Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and Royal Canadian Mounted Police Members may be eligible for disability benefits arising from a service-related treatment injury. The full release is … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PE) and National Defence Minister Harjit S. Sajjan (Vancouver South, B.C.) issued the following statement: “Since the start of Canadian peacekeeping, few of Canada’s international peace missions over the past seven decades have taken members of the Canadian Armed Forces farther from home than the operation in East Timor from … Read more
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) issued the following statement: “Nurses are the heart of our health care community, and they play an absolutely vital role in keeping Canadians safe and healthy, often while putting their own health at risk. This year, National Nursing Week’s theme is #WeAnswerTheCall. Since the start of the pandemic, … Read more
During Emergency Preparedness Week 2021, Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) announced that Team Rubicon Canada is receiving $750,000 over three years from the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund to support the Veteran Pandemic Recovery Project. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-7468.
Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay (Cardigan, PEI) issued the following statement to recognize the Canadian Mental Health Association’s 70th anniversary of Mental Health Week, 3-9 May 2021: “Mental Health Week plays a major role in raising awareness of the importance of mental well-being and showing us how we can all take steps to improve our own mental … Read more
