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Veterans - Northern

Veterans Affairs Canada provides pensions for disability or death, economic support in the form of allowances, health care benefits and services to: members of the Canadian Forces and Merchant Navy veterans who served in the First World War, the Second World War or the Korean War; certain civilians who are entitled to benefits because of their wartime service; former members of the Canadian Forces (including those who served in Special Duty Areas) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police; survivors and dependents of military and civilian personnel. The Veterans Independence Program (VIP) and Health Care Program provide financial assistance and other health-related benefits.
 
French language services or programs offered to customers/clients on a consistent basis.
 
French Language Services View all services
These services are located in Northern
Last Post Fund  
English ; French

These services are located outside of Northern, but provide service to Northern.
Armed Forces Pensioners' / Annuitants' Association of Canada  
English ; French
French publications and website
Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada  
English ; French
French through the National Toll-Free number
Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada - Northern Ontario - Thunder Bay Office - Veterans Affairs  
English ; French
Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada - Toronto - Toronto - Scarborough - Bureau of Pensions Advocates  
English ; French
Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada - Toronto - Toronto - Sunnybrook - Toronto-Sunnybrook Service Centre - Sunnybrook Veterans Centre  
English ; French
Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada - Veterans Ombudsman  
English ; French
French publications and website * French interpretation available upon request
Last Post Fund  
English ; French
French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

For the most current information visit the Ministry of Health's Coronavirus (COVID-19) website.

Contact your primary care provider or Telehealth Ontario at  1-866-797-0000 if you’re experiencing symptoms of the 2019 novel coronavirus.

Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency.

Ministry of Health's online self-assessment tool is available.


COVID-19 Testing Locations

Anyone who needs a test can get one and does not need an OHIP card. Tests are available by appointment only at assessment centres and at pharmacies.



Ontario is taking the next steps in its plan to better integrate the province’s health care system to help end hallway health care

You will continue to have access to the care you need and the health care providers you have built relationships with. Home care continues as before and there are no changes to long-term care home placement.

Patient services and contacts will remain unchanged until further notice.

For more information about how Ontario is improving the health care system, visit ontario.ca/connectedcare or contact Service Ontario Health INFOline at 1-866-532-3161 (TTY 1-800-387-5559).