Nov 10, 2016 | News
The U.S. Forest Service is waiving fees at most of its recreation sites on Veterans Day through November 13. The fee waivers are offered in cooperation with other federal agencies under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. Day-use fees will be waived at all...
Nov 7, 2016 | News
SmokefreeVET is an innovative, text message smoking cessation program that provides daily tips and encouragement to support Veterans who are trying to stop smoking. Cell phones are generally always with you and always on, which makes them a convenient way to deliver...
Nov 7, 2016 | News
There are two ways to file a VA compensation claim: print the 526EZ and mail/fax it, or submit it electronically through VA and DoD’s eBenefits web portal. Most Veterans opt for the former, cross their fingers, and hope for the best. But unless you are just leaving...
Oct 24, 2016 | News
Veterans Affairs Canada will open and staff offices in Charlottetown, Sydney, Corner Brook, Windsor, Thunder Bay, Saskatoon, Brandon, Prince George, Surrey and Kelowna by May 2017. Office Opening date Corner Brook, NL July 5, 2016 Brandon, MB October 21, 2016...
Oct 24, 2016 | News
Agent Orange was a blend of tactical herbicides the U.S. military sprayed from 1962 to 1971 during the Vietnam War to remove the leaves of trees and other dense tropical foliage that provided enemy cover. The U.S. Department of Defense developed tactical herbicides...
