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There are , military veterans in Canada and some of them have had difficulty readjusting to civilian life after leaving the Forces. The transition to civilian life can be difficult but most will readjust without requiring assistance. Some, however, will face difficulties because they miss the excitement associated with a mission, feel a loss of the order and structure the military provided them, feel a loss of identity and miss the camaraderie.

Their sense of purpose is gone and their military experience may not translate into marketable skills in the workplace. Of those who served in Afghanistan, 15 per cent are receiving pensions for post-traumatic stress disorder PTSD from Veterans Affairs Canada, and those are only the ones who manage to navigate the system to receive a pension. More commonly, veterans are suffering from major depressive disorders, anxiety disorders and substance use disorders.

Although accurate numbers are difficult to discern, the suicide rate among veterans appears to be higher than the rest of the population. It is estimated in the United States, for example, that approximately 22 veterans take their own life on a daily basis.

There are some anecdotal reports, also from the States, that indicate a further increase of 20 per cent more deaths from suicide within the veteran population since the onset of the COVID pandemic in early Police are in a unique situation, as first responders, to serve as advocates and referral sources for our veterans who require assistance.

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Toronto police launch new wellness program to support veterans in crisis News Nov 10, by Joanna Lavoie Toronto.