Learn about the operation of our office, the ombudsman, advisory council and the Veterans Ombudsman Commendations.
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2021 Report Card
Introduction
The Office of the Veterans Ombud (OVO) was established by an Order-In-Council in 2007 with essentially two broad lines of responsibility: first, investigate complaints against Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and provide information or referrals to Veterans; and second, investigate systemic gaps and barriers in the benefits and services provided by VAC.
Introduction
The Office of the Veterans Ombud (OVO) was established by an Order-In-Council in 2007 with essentially two broad lines of responsibility: first, investigate complaints against Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and provide information or referrals to Veterans; and second, investigate systemic gaps and barriers in the benefits and services provided by VAC.
Announcement of 2021 Veterans Ombud Commendation Recipients
November 17, 2021 – Ottawa, ON – Veterans Ombud Colonel (Ret’d) Nishika Jardine awarded seven Commendations to the following 2021 recipients at a virtual ceremony this afternoon:
November 17, 2021 – Ottawa, ON – Veterans Ombud Colonel (Ret’d) Nishika Jardine awarded seven Commendations to the following 2021 recipients at a virtual ceremony this afternoon:
WWII Veteran Receives Full Reimbursement for Home Support and Personal Care Expenses
Eligible Veterans can apply to have home support and personal care services covered through the Veterans Independence Program (VIP).
Eligible Veterans can apply to have home support and personal care services covered through the Veterans Independence Program (VIP).