The Royal Canadian Legion's Veterans Services Network works on behalf of Veterans to ensure they receive the benefits they deserve.
Legion Command Service Officers assist serving and retired CAF and RCMP members and eligible family members in accessing disability benefits, programs,
and services from Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC).
Professionally trained Command Service Officers provide assistance with the VAC disability claim process, always free of charge. Our role is mandated through legislation to provide representation at all levels of the disability claim process under the Pension Act or the Veterans Well-being Act. Command Service Officers also help clients access additional supports and services through the Legion and other organizations.
Legion Branch volunteer Service Officers are the eyes and ears of the Veterans Services Network who often
first come into contact with Veterans and their families. Branch Service Officers assist Veterans by identifying
those with unmet health needs and possible benefits from VAC and then by making appropriate
referrals to Command Service Officers.
The Legion's Professional Command Service Officers assist at the provincial and
national level providing, among other things:
• Assistance with the preparation and submission of disability claims
• Information and advice on available VAC programs and benefits
• Professional advice and assistance in accessing other programs and benefits
• Support through the claims process, from initial application to Request for Reconsideration with the Veterans Review and Appeal Board
Getting started with Legion Support and Services
Contact a Legion Professional Command Service Officer for information on benefits and resources you may be eligible for, or to request assistance with Veterans Affairs Canada disability claim or appeals process.
The Legion Puts Client Confidentiality First When Representing Veterans
The Royal Canadian Legion provides counselling and representation services regarding disability claims or related issues with Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and the Veterans Review and Appeal Board (VRAB). In order to do this important work on
behalf of Veterans and their families, the Legion requires access to confidential client information.
Learn more about Client Confidentiality
To authorize access to confidential client information, the Veteran or their designate will be required to complete and submit a Royal Canadian Legion Claim Application Form, with one piece of proof of identity. A Command Service Officer can assist with this form.
Legion services for Veterans and their families are always free and you do not need
to be a Legion member to access these services.