What happens in the event that the Reservist is injured while on a military leave of absence?
A17. The Canadian Forces (CF) has programs in place to assist military members who are injured, become ill while serving or are medically released from the Forces. Military members who suffer an injury attributable to service may receive medical care at the CF’s expense beyond the termination of their period of duty as authorized by the Commanding Officer. Eligible military members may be retained on full-time military pay for up to two years or more until care is completed or the member is medically released and care is turned over to Veterans Affairs Canada. The CF provides military members with every possible assistance so that they and their families may continue to enjoy the quality of life they deserve. A network of support centres across Canada has been established to meet the needs of ill and injured military members and provides an integrated ‘one-stop’ service. Policies are in place for the reimbursement of expenses for those who require adaptations to their home and special
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