Veteran Services

Our services are offered free-of-charge to all Veterans and their families regardless of whether they are members of the Legion.

Contact a Command Service Officer

Command Service Officers have training in the disability claims process and are empowered by a Memorandum of Understanding with Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) to act as advocates. Command Service Officers can offer advice and representation to any Veteran (including current and retired CAF and RCMP) seeking benefits through Veterans Affairs Canada.

How We Help

Assistance with Disability Claims through Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)

The Legion’s Command Service Officers can represent Veterans seeking benefits through Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). Upon consultation, if an injury or disability is identified to have occurred as a result of service, a Command Service Officer can submit a claim directly to VAC for consideration. This includes preparation of application forms, ordering and viewing of medical records, referring clients to specialists for diagnosis, and submission of claims directly to VAC.

In 2025, BC/Yukon Command Service Officers were successful in securing over $10,000,000 in Pain and Suffering Compensation and over $60,000 in monthly Pensions.

Emergency Financial Assistance through the Poppy Fund

Donations to the Poppy Fund and proceeds from the Poppy Campaign are placed in trust to be used in support of Veterans and their dependents. Through these funds, the Legion provides emergency financial assistance to Veterans and their families who are in distress.

How to Apply for Assistance

Who is eligible to apply?

Any person who is serving or who has honourably served in the Canadian Armed Forces; RCMP and their dependents; Merchant Navy personnel who have been awarded campaign stars or decorations and their dependents; Ex-service personnel of Commonwealth countries and their dependents who are resident in Canada; and Ex-service personnel of allied countries and their dependents who are resident in Canada.

How can I apply?

Eligible Veterans and their dependents can download and complete a claim form below and contact their local Legion Branch. (If you have trouble contacting your Legion Branch, contact a Command Service Officer.)

Please note: A financial means test will be conducted and you may be asked to provide substantiating documents such as Proof of Service, a recent tax assessment, and a quote or invoice for the service or item sought. Further documentation may be requested as dictated by the particulars of the application.

Downloadable Forms: 

Legion Claim Form – Download
Benevolent Fund Application Form – Download
Poppy Fund Request for Assistance Form – Download

Important Resources

Veterans Experiencing Homelessness
If you, or a Veteran or family member you know is homeless or at-risk of homelessness, help is available. Please reach out to the Legion Foundation by calling 604-575-8840.

Stolen Valour
BC/Yukon Command advises anyone who suspects an individual may be unlawfully wearing medals to contact their local police department.
If the suspected individual is a Legion member, we encourage you to also contact the local Legion branch where the individual resides to inform them of the suspected criminal activity.

Download a copy of the Royal Canadian Legion’s Stolen Valour Policy