Veterans Transition Network

Site: Vancounver, BC

Record #: OAK0184
Last Full Update: 17 Mar 2025

Contact Information

Office Phone Toll free 1-844-236-8387 (1-844-CDN-VETS)
E-Mail neveralone@vtncanada.org
Website www.vtncanada.org
Contact Form vtncanada.org/contact-us
Social Media Facebook Facebook, Instagram Instagram, X (Twitter) X (Twitter)
Primary Contact Patrick Thomas, Ontario Coordinator; Email: patrick.thomas@vtncanada.org

Site Information

Located In Community Ontario
Address & Map
470 Granville St, Unit 622
Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5
Physical Access Unknown - programs held virtually and at various locations throughout Canada

Agency Information

Description (Agency)

A Canadian charity delivering mental health services, specifically for veterans, across Canada.
Legal Status (51) Registered Charity
Established 2003
Funding Grants ; Donations

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Programs are offered to Canadian Forces and RCMP veterans who are having difficulty transitioning to civilian life

  • the programs are led by psychologists & counsellors who’ve received specialized training from VTN in military issues and co-led by graduates who are veterans themselves

Common difficulties covered in the program include:

  • broken connections with family or friends
  • dissatisfaction with civilian workplaces
  • often feeling on edge, irritated or angry
  • having trouble sleeping or staying focused
  • feeling down or unmotivated for weeks to months
  • avoiding public places or crowds of people
  • seeking out the adrenaline rush of dangerous situations
Hours

Headquarters Mon-Fri 12 noon-8 pm (Eastern time), 9 am-5 pm (Pacific time)
Areas Served Canada ; Ontario
Eligibility Canadian Forces or RCMP veterans
Application

Email or call toll free for information
Languages English ; French
Fees None ; All fees (inc. travel, room and board) are covered by donations from the Canadian public

Categories and Classification

Service Categories Peer Mental Health Support Services ~ Veterans ; Veteran Reintegration Counselling
Older Adult Main Categories COMMUNITY HEALTH ; VETERANS SERVICES
Older Adult Sub-Categories Advocacy & Support ; Counselling