08/25/2021
Canada served in Afghanistan from 2001-2014. VETS Canada wanted to take a moment to recognize those who served past and present. Your sacrifice and service does not go unnoticed.
With the recent news that broke to the world this past week of the Taliban taking control of Afghan territories, we recognize the mixed emotions many Veterans are currently experiencing.
Support is available if you need to talk.
The HOPE program (Helping Our Peers by Providing Empathy) is a peer support program that provides confidential peer support to military families who have lost a loved one. Call them at 1-800-883-6094 or email [email protected]
The VAC Assistance Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year:
Call toll-free: 1-800-268-7708
There is no application form to request the VAC Assistance Service.
The Family Information Line is a confidential, personal and bilingual service offering information, support, referrals, reassurance and crisis management to the military community. Trained Family Information Line Counsellors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you.
Phone: 1-800-866-4546
Canadian Armed Forces Chaplains
1-866-502-2203
Canadian Forces Member Assistance Program
1-800-268-7708
Family Information Line:
Supportive counselling seven days a week, 24 hours a day:
1-800-866-4546 (North America)
00-800-771-17722 (International)
1-613-995-5234 (Collect calls)
mailto:[email protected]
Lastly, VETS Canada and our network of volunteers are always here to support.