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VETERANS AFFAIRS1.0 DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWIn recognition of the sacrifices made by Canadians in this nation's war andpeacekeeping efforts, Canada offers a wide range of services and benefits to qualifiedveterans and certain civilians, as well as to their dependants or survivors. VeteransAffairs Canada provides disability pensions, economic support allowances, andadditional benefits in the areas of health care, funeral and burial assistance andcommemoration, among others, designed to meet the changing needs of veterans.Two organizations are involved in the provision of veterans' benefits:Veterans Affairs Canada offers personalized counselling on available servicesand benefits, including explanations of eligibility criteria, needs assessment,advocacy, health and safety education, case management and coordination. TheDepartment also helps people prepare applications for benefits, rules on theireligibility and delivers benefits to those who qualify.Within the Department, the Bureau of Pensions Advocates provides free legalassistance in the form of counselling, case preparation and representation forappeals.The following is a short description of services and benefits provided by VeteransAffairs.Disability PensionsPensions are awarded to current and former members of Canada's Armed Forces ortheir survivors, for disability or death related to wartime and peacetime military service.Civilians who served in close support of the Armed Forces during wartime or theirsurvivors may also qualify. Veterans and certain civilians who were prisoners of war,who avoided capture by the enemy or who escaped may receive compensation.Veterans of Allied Forces may also be entitled to pensions and compensation if theylived in Canada prior to their service in the First or Second World War.Additional benefits may be awarded if the veteran has a spouse or dependants, or both.Special AwardsDisability pensioners who are severely disabled may qualify for an AttendanceAllowance or an Exceptional Incapacity Allowance in addition to their pension if theymeet eligibility requirements.Disability pensioners who must wear special devices or specially-made clothing, orwhose pensioned condition causes wear and tear on clothing, may receive a ClothingAllowance.Pg. 246
How to Apply:Applications for disability pensions and related benefits can be made in person at thenearest Veterans Affairs Canada District Office. Departmental staff will assist withpreparation and submission of applications. Assistance is also available at no cost fromveterans' organizations, or applicants may engage the services of a lawyer at their ownexpense.Allowances:Veterans and certain civilians who meet income, service, age or health, and residencyrequirements may be eligible to receive an allowance and related benefits. Alliedveterans of the First or the Second World War may also be eligible to receive benefits ifthey were domiciled in Canada when they joined the Armed Forces.Allowances are paid at single, married or orphan rates. An additional amount may bepaid for dependent children.Survivors' Allowances:Widows, widowers and orphans of qualified veterans and civilians may also be eligiblefor an allowance.Following the death of an allowance recipient, the surviving spouse receives payment atthe married rate for one year. After that, the spouse may qualify for the single rate ofallowance.Assistance Fund:When funding is not available from other sources, allowance recipients may receivefinancial help for emergencies such as shelter and health care.1.1 HOW TO APPLY:For information on allowances, contact the nearest Veterans Affairs Canada RegionalOffice. For information on the Assistance Fund, contact the nearest Veterans AffairsCanada District Office.2.0 PROGRAM: VETERANS INDEPENDENCE PROGRAM (YIP)The goal of this program is to help eligible veterans and certain civilians remain healthyand independent in their own homes or communities.Under VIP, the Department pays for services such as grounds maintenance,housekeeping, meals-on-wheels, personal care, care by health professionals,transportation for social activities and nursing home care.Pg. 247
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Native Women’s Association of Can
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Theatre Section1.0 Transition Year
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Health Canada .....................
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National Research Council..........
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WRITING A PROPOSAL TO GOVERNMENTThi
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Introduction of the Concept: Explai
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Appendices: include résumés, lett
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LIST OF FEDERAL PROGRAMSTHE ATLANTI
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3.2 Contacts:Prince Edward Island B
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A.D.E.L. - Kent L.E.D.A. Inc., P.O.
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Competitiveness and productivity ar
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a comprehensive forecast of the nat
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BPAV will maintain a list of lender
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7.1 Criteria:Only individuals or le
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BANK OF CANADA
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2.11 Strategic Alliance Between Roy
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2.20 IDEA SME Fund: Federal Office
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CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTSDANCE SE
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2.1 Eligibility:Applicants must be
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Grants to Video ArtistsGrants to Fi
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. Production GrantsGrants pay the d
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payments to technicians, actors and
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incomplete applications, applicatio
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Projects must have clearly defined
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6.1 Eligibility:Incorporated non-pr
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Option B: Project FundingThe Canada
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short biographies of the members of
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For further information about these
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3.6 Value of Grant:Up to $10,000 is
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conductor-in-residence. Applicants
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theatre compositions, up to $20,000
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2.4 How to Apply:Applicants must co
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Organizations must be incorporated
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create or reinforce theatre touring
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VISUAL ARTS SECTION1.0 PROGRAM: CRE
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Grants for established artists are
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3.2 Value of Grant:Creation/Product
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4.5 Competition Closing Date:The de
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In addition, Travel Grants are avai
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7.5 Contact: For more information,
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10.0 PROGRAM: GRANTS TO ART MUSEUMS
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and the exchange of professionals b
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12.5 Contact:For more detailed guid
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The centres must also serve non-mem
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The Council's mandate calls for sup
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also submit one copy of at least 16
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2.5 How to Apply:Applicants must co
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4.0 PROGRAM: INTERNATIONAL TRANSLAT
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Participating WritersTo qualify for
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The magazine must have a minimum pr
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The Canada Council accepts writing
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7.5 Contact:For more information or
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The Outreach Program provides assis
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9.3 Value and Payment of Grant:Norm
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must relate to a specific planned t
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DEPARTMENT OF CANADIAN HERITAGE1.0
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Young Canada Works in Both Official
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6.0 PROGRAM: YOUNG CANADA WORKS INT
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umbrella organizations). In additio
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Enjoy the commitment and support of
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Canadian Heritage, District Office,
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10.2 Contact:Contact the Department
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Foundation for the Study of Process
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12.1 Commonwealth Youth Service Awa
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15.1 Eligibility:The provincial/ter
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SPORT CANADA1.0 PROGRAM: NATIONAL S
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CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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2.1 Criteria:Applicants must be Can
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Aboriginal organizations interested
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FISHERIES AND OCEANS CANADA (DFO)1.
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ENVIRONMENT CANADA (EC)1.0 PROGRAM:
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3.2 Contact:Atlantic Region: Call:
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FEDERAL OFFICE FOR REGIONAL DEVELOP
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4.0 PROGRAM: ACCÉS TECHNO PME LOAN
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OTHER PROGRAMS AVAILABLE FROM FORD-
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2.0 PROGRAM: FUTURE DIRECTIONS INIT
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3.0 PROGRAM: FUNDING FOR SENIORS' P
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supplements, nutrition counselling,
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9.0 PROGRAM: NON-INSURED HEALTH BEN
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12.0 PROGRAM: ABORIGINAL HEAD START
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Contact:For further information on
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CANADIAN HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH F
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HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT CANADA1
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3.1 Benefits to Participants:The wo
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5.1 Benefits to Participants:This i
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7.3 Partners:Business employers (in
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9.2 Clientele:Students recognized a
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12.0 PROGRAM: STUDENT CONNECTION PR
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lack of experience or suitable skil
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CANADA PENSION PLAN1.0 CANADA PENSI
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OLD AGE SECURITY PROGRAM1.0 OLD AGE
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NATIONAL LITERACY SECRETARIAT (NLS)
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2.2 Clientele:On-reserve First Nati
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