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VAC Rehabilitation Services and Vocational Assistance Program

Last verified: June 2026

Veterans Affairs Canada provides personalized rehabilitation and vocational assistance to eligible veterans whose move to civilian life is affected by a service-related health problem. The vocational side includes employability assessments, career counselling, training, and support that can include a self-employment path for veterans who want to start their own business. Approved participants work one-on-one with a VAC case manager and a referred rehabilitation partner to build a plan. Funding covers training and re-establishment costs rather than paying out a fixed grant.

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Estimated value
Covers approved training and re-establishment costs; can pair with the Income Replacement Benefit at 90% of pre-release salary
Approval likelihood
Medium
Ready to apply score
70/100
Documents needed
4

Eligibility

  • Business types:incorporated, self-employed, partnership
  • Industries:All industries
  • Provinces:All of Canada

What you'll need

  • My VAC Account application for rehabilitation services
  • Medical or service records linking a health problem to your service or release
  • Proof of CAF service and release
  • A statement of your employment or self-employment goal

How to apply

  1. 1Apply for rehabilitation services through My VAC Account
  2. 2Work with your assigned VAC case manager on an assessment
  3. 3Get referred to Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services for a vocational assessment
  4. 4Build a vocational or self-employment plan with your case manager

Is your business a fit for VAC Rehabilitation Services and Vocational Assistance Program?

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