Canada's Veterans Ombud

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We’re in Winnipeg for The Royal Canadian Legion’s 50th Dominion Convention. If you’re here this week, stop by our booth!...
08/24/2026

We’re in Winnipeg for The Royal Canadian Legion’s 50th Dominion Convention. If you’re here this week, stop by our booth! Meet our team, learn about what we do and the support and services available to you.

If you’ve lost a loved one who served, finding information on Veterans Affairs Canada’s supports shouldn’t be confusing....
08/19/2026

If you’ve lost a loved one who served, finding information on Veterans Affairs Canada’s supports shouldn’t be confusing. Our Survivors Resource Guide breaks it down: https://ow.ly/UHYZ50ZBqGZ

If your health or circumstances have changed, your benefits may also change according to your needs. You can ask VAC to ...
08/12/2026

If your health or circumstances have changed, your benefits may also change according to your needs. You can ask VAC to reassess your Veterans Independence Program (VIP) benefits. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Axn950Zy5mP

Canada’s peacekeepers have served in places marked by conflict and uncertainty, helping build peace and protect communit...
08/09/2026

Canada’s peacekeepers have served in places marked by conflict and uncertainty, helping build peace and protect communities. As we honour their service and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we also recognize the lasting impact of their contributions.

An 80+ year-old surviving spouse reached out to our office after waiting nearly two years for awarded survivor pension b...
08/06/2026

An 80+ year-old surviving spouse reached out to our office after waiting nearly two years for awarded survivor pension benefits. After our intervention, Veterans Affairs Canada identified an administrative error, issued the overdue payment, and started regular monthly survivor pension payments. Read the Case Story: https://ow.ly/VjC350ZtzLe

Support starts with knowing where to turn. Our Survivors Resource Guide helps eligible surviving spouse or common-law pa...
07/30/2026

Support starts with knowing where to turn. Our Survivors Resource Guide helps eligible surviving spouse or common-law partner of a CAF or RCMP Veteran or member understand the programs and services available through VAC. Learn more: https://ow.ly/i9ja50ZtTn3

Released last month, our 2025-2026 Annual Report isn’t just a look back. It’s a roadmap for the work ahead. Learn more a...
07/28/2026

Released last month, our 2025-2026 Annual Report isn’t just a look back. It’s a roadmap for the work ahead. Learn more about the issues we’re hearing and the changes we’re continuing to push for. Read the report: https://ow.ly/roee50ZtABb

Veterans Ombud CommendationI recently had the privilege of presenting Master Corporal (Ret'd) Terry Grabowski with a Vet...
07/21/2026

Veterans Ombud Commendation

I recently had the privilege of presenting Master Corporal (Ret'd) Terry Grabowski with a Veterans Ombud Commendation at the Veterans Association Food Bank in Edmonton in recognition of his outstanding service to the Veteran community.

After serving Canada in the Canadian Armed Forces, including a deployment to Kosovo, Terry has continued serving Veterans through tireless volunteer work and advocacy. Whether helping Veterans receive the medals and recognition they deserve, connecting them with health care and community supports, or strengthening Legion branches through his leadership, Terry has made a lasting difference in the lives of countless Veterans and their families.

Something that stands out about Terry is his dedication to Second World War Veteran Joseph Novak. Through his persistence, Mr. Novak received replacement medals and France's Legion d'honneur - ensuring his service was properly recognized decades later. That commitment to doing right by Veterans reflects the kind of person Terry is.

Congratulations, Terry, on this well-deserved honour. It was a privilege to recognize your exceptional contributions.

Veterans Ombud Commendation I recently had the privilege of presenting Warrant Officer (Ret’d) Mario Fortin with a Comme...
07/15/2026

Veterans Ombud Commendation

I recently had the privilege of presenting Warrant Officer (Ret’d) Mario Fortin with a Commendation Award in recognition of his outstanding service to the Veteran Community.

As President of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 173 (Montréal-Est) since 2018, Mario has shown exceptional leadership and compassion. Through his dedication, he has helped transform the branch into a more welcoming and vibrant space – bringing people together, growing membership, and creating a strong sense of belonging among fellow Veterans and their families.

Hearing how Mario’s support has helped others – especially those facing isolation – speaks to the real and lasting impact he is making. It’s this kind of commitment that strengthens our Veteran community and makes such a difference in people’s lives.

Congratulations, Mario, on this well-deserved honour. It was truly a pleasure to recognize your contributions.

More about Mario: https://ow.ly/VhLh50ZnOUm

UPDATE: This issue has now been resolved. Thank you for your patience.
07/10/2026

UPDATE: This issue has now been resolved. Thank you for your patience.

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