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War Veterans Allowance (Veterans Affairs Canada)

War Veterans Allowance (Veterans Affairs Canada) is a program run by Veterans Affairs Canada for Second World War or Korean War veterans living in Canada with low income, tested the same way as the Guaranteed Income Supplement. Checked on the official page on October 6, 2026.

You likely qualify if: Served in WWII or the Korean War; Live in Canada; Low income (same test as GIS).

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Monthly income support for low-income Second World War and Korean War veterans, including Merchant Navy and some Allied veterans, and certain WWII civilians. The amount depends on whether you are single or married and if you have children, and it is adjusted every 3 months.

Who qualifies

Second World War or Korean War veterans living in Canada with low income, tested the same way as the Guaranteed Income Supplement.

You likely qualify if:

  • Served in WWII or the Korean War
  • Live in Canada
  • Low income (same test as GIS)

How to apply

  1. Apply on their application form.
  2. Questions? 1-866-522-2122
  3. Come back here and tell us if it worked.

Other ways, if that one is quiet

  • MailMail: Veterans Affairs Canada, PO Box 6000, Matane, QC G4W 0E4

Where else they are

Their website is veterans.gc.ca/.../war-veterans-allowance.

Good to know

  • CostFree
  • Their stepsApply online through My VAC Account, or by mail. Call 1-866-522-2122 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) for help or an in-person appointment.

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What to bring

  • Proof of war-time service
  • Income information

Dates

The official page we read gives no date. Check it before you apply.

Source

Checked on October 6, 2026 on the official page

Run by Veterans Affairs Canada.

We read this on their own website on October 6, 2026. Read from: veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-....

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