Veterans Emergency Fund (Veterans Affairs Canada)

You likely qualify if: Veteran, spouse, survivor or orphan; Canadian resident.

Free. File only on the official site. No one will text, call or email you about this. If a message asks for your card or bank details, it is a scam.

Apply Send to someone who needs this Checked on October 8, 2026 on the official page

Talk to a person: 1-866-522-2122

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What you get

One-time money for Veterans and their families facing an urgent emergency, such as a need for food, clothing or shelter. A decision is made fast.

Who qualifies:

Veteran, spouse, survivor or orphan
Canadian resident

What you need to apply:

Form VAC1571

Program in Canada-wide.

Money, grants & charity Government benefits

How to reach them

Apply on their application form.
Questions? 1-866-522-2122
Come back here and tell us if it worked.

Where else they are

Their website is veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-and-se....

Good to know

For whomCanadian Armed Forces Veterans, their current spouses or partners, and survivors and orphans of a deceased Veteran, who live in Canada.
CostFree
LanguagesEnglish, French
Their stepsFill in the Application for Veterans Emergency Fund (VAC1571) online through My VAC Account, or by mail. Call VAC if you want help.

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