e-1320 (Veterans' affairs)
Original language of petition: English
Petition to the Minister of Veterans Affairs
- The Canadian Forces Members and Veterans Re-establishment and Compensation Act states that Canada is obligated “to show just and due appreciation to members and veterans for their service to Canada”;
- Many veterans who suffered injuries during the course of their service have been inadequately compensated;
- The process by which Veterans Affairs Canada evaluates disability benefits claims exceeds reasonably expected time frames;
- The five year statutory limit on back-pay eligibility unjustly punishes veterans for Veterans Affairs Canada’s application processing delays; and
- The Minister’s mandate letter specifically lists a dedication to the “one veteran, one standard” approach.
- Open for signature
- October 18, 2017, at 4:55 p.m. (EDT)
- Closed for signature
- February 15, 2018, at 4:55 p.m. (EDT)