🧠 Mental Health & Crisis Support
Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) – Assistance Service
- Phone (24/7): 1-800-268-7708
- TTY: 1-800-567-5803
- Website: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/contact-us/talk-mental-health-professional
- Details: Free, confidential psychological support for veterans, RCMP members, families, and caregivers (available 24/7).
Suicide Crisis Helpline (Canada)
- Phone / Text: 988
- Website: https://988.ca
- Details: 24/7 immediate crisis and suicide prevention support across Canada.
Family Information Line (Military Families & Veterans)
- Phone: 1-800-866-4546
- International: 00-800-771-17722
- Website: https://cfmws.ca/support-services/family-information-line
- Details: Confidential support, crisis help, and referrals for military families and veterans.
Operational Stress Injury Social Support (OSISS)
- Website: https://www.veterans.gc.ca
- Details: Peer support network for veterans dealing with PTSD and operational stress injuries.
💰 Financial Support & Benefits
Veterans Affairs Canada – Financial Programs
- Phone (toll-free): 1-866-522-2122
- TTY: 1-833-921-0071
- Website: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-and-services
- Details: Income support, disability benefits, emergency funds, and financial assistance programs.
VAC General Enquiries / Support
- Phone: 1-866-522-2122
- Website: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/contact-us
- Details: Main contact for benefits, pensions, compensation, and financial help enquiries.
🏠 Additional Support (Mental Health + Financial Crisis)
VAC Mental Health & Emergency Support Hub
- Phone: 1-800-268-7708
- Website: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/mentalhealth
- Details: Central hub for mental health care, rehabilitation, and emergency financial assistance.
Emergency & Immediate Danger
- Emergency Services: 911
- Details: For life-threatening situations or immediate crisis.
