Canada's Veterans' second coming of age: Why it is time to explore the needs of our newest generation of older Veterans

Abstract: This article explores the evolving challenges and policy responses to the aging population of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Veterans. As Canada approaches the status of a …

Invisible no more. The experiences of Canadian women Veterans

Abstract: Despite some recent progress, women Veterans largely feel that Veterans Affairs Canada’s (VAC) programs have not taken sufficient account of their particular needs and …

Women Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Mounted Police: A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: This scoping review charts academic literature and government documents about women Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Royal Canadian …

Well-being of Canadian Regular Force Veterans, findings from LASS 2019 Survey.

Abstract: The Life After Service Studies (LASS) program of research is designed to further understand the transition from military to civilian life and ultimately improve the …

2017 Veteran Suicide Mortality Study

Abstract: Suicide in Canada’s Armed Forces Veteran population is tragic and a top public health concern for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). Collaborative efforts by …

Fast facts on Veterans' transition experiences

Abstract: The Life After Service Studies (LASS) program of research helps to further the understanding of the transition from military to civilian life, and ultimately improve the …

Profile of Personnel Deployed to Afghanistan

Summary: The executive summary of a report detailing a study involving a review of the literature related to CAF members who served during the Afghanistan conflict; gathering of …

Shaken world: coping with transition to civilian life.

Abstract: A 30-year-old female Canadian Forces (CF) Veteran* presents to a family physician for a first visit. She complains of back and knee pain and feelings of depression. She …