VFP Services and Resources

The Veteran Family Program provides access to transition services, programs, and resources developed to support medically released CAF Veterans and their families as they navigate life after military service.

Your Veteran Family Program Coordinator can help your family explore available services and resources that may support your transition goals.

Self-guided resources

These resources are available online and can be accessed at any time.

Veteran Family Journal

Life after military service can bring new decisions and changes for the whole family.

The Veteran Family Journal is a practical tool that helps Veterans and families organize information, identify priorities and plan for life after military service. It includes worksheets, checklists, and resources that families can use at their own pace.

Care for Caregivers

Caring for someone with an operational stress injury can affect your health, well-being, and relationships.

Developed in partnership with the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, this self-guided online resource explains operational stress injuries and offers practical ideas to help caregivers care for themselves and support the person they care for.

It is designed for family members, caregivers, and others who support someone with an operational stress injury.

National transition services

Strongest Families Institute

Strongest Families Institute offers free telephone and online programs that support the well-being of Veterans and their families.

Programs can help with:

Anxiety in children and youth
Child behaviour and parenting concerns
Anxiety, depression and stress in adults
Major life changes
Family well-being during transition

Flexible services are available in English and French and can be accessed from anywhere in Canada.

or contact SFI directly at 1-866-470-7111.

or contact your local VFPC for assistance.

Couples Overcoming PTSD Everyday (COPE)

Post-traumatic stress disorder can affect individuals, relationships, and family life.

Offered in partnership with Wounded Warriors Canada, COPE helps couples understand these impacts, communicate more openly, and develop practical ways to support one another.

Connect with COPE by contacting your local VFPC.

Programs offered through participating MFRCs

These programs may be available through participating Military Family Resource Centres. Availability may vary by location.

Mental Health First Aid for the Veteran Community

Equip yourself to support Veterans with compassion and understanding.

Offered in partnership with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, this course helps participants build confidence, have supportive conversations, and guide people toward appropriate help. It is designed for Veterans, family members, caregivers, and others who support the Veteran community.

Shifting Gears

Leaving military service can bring changes to family roles, routines, relationships, and plans.

Shifting Gears helps family members understand the transition experience, reflect on change, and develop strategies for adjusting to life after service.

Additional services in your community

Participating MFRCs may offer additional programs, workshops, services, and community-based supports based on local needs, partnerships, and available resources.

Your Veteran Family Program Coordinator can share information about services and opportunities available in your area.