Question Period Note: SUPPLEMENTARY ESTIMATES (C) 2025-26

• Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)’s Estimates reflect the Government’s continued commitment to Veterans to restore critical access to services and improve the long-term financial security and independence for all Veterans and their families.
• Over 90% of the Department’s budget represents payments to Veterans, their families and other program recipients.
• VAC’s budget reflects the historic steps that have been taken to ensure Canadian Veterans and their families are provided with the support they need.
• Through these Estimates, VAC’s budget will increase by $300.4M from $7,853 million to $8,154 million.
• These contributions for Veterans are an important part of achieving Canada’s NATO targets.

VAC’s budget will increase by $300.4 million, representing 3.8% increase over current budget. VAC’s budget will increase from $7,853 million to $8,154 million in relation to the following transfers and adjustments:
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Transfers
• Transfer from Vote 1 (Operating) to Vote 5 for the Veterans Emergency Fund: ($100k)
o This transfer of funds will be used to fund pressures on the Veterans Emergency Fund.

Overall Budget Growth
• Increase of $300.4 million (3.8%) over current budget levels
• Budget will increase from $7,853 million to $8,154 million
• Over 90% of VAC’s budget is dedicated to payments for Veterans, their families, and other recipients
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