Independent Legal Assistance Program (sexual misconduct in DND or the Canadian Armed Forces)
Independent Legal Assistance Program (sexual misconduct in DND or the Canadian Armed Forces) is a free service run by the Defence Community Support and Resource Centre for anyone who experienced sexual misconduct in a DND or CAF setting. Checked on the official page on October 6, 2026.
You likely qualify if: Sexual misconduct in a DND or CAF setting; No need to report or join an investigation.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1-844-750-1648Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026 on the official page
We last read this on October 6, 2026. That was a while ago, so please check their own website before you rely on it, and tell us below if something changed.
Free legal help for people who experienced sexual misconduct in a Department of National Defence or Canadian Armed Forces setting. The program gives legal information about your options and rights, legal advice about the criminal and military justice systems, and legal representation in some court steps. It can also pay back fees for an outside lawyer for incidents on or after April 1, 2019.
Who qualifies
Anyone who experienced sexual misconduct in a DND or CAF setting. You do not have to report it or take part in an investigation.
You likely qualify if:
- Sexual misconduct in a DND or CAF setting
- No need to report or join an investigation
What to bring
- For lawyer fee repayment: the invoice and proof of payment
Dates
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