Job Placement Program

Application - PDF

Guide for Application

CF Veterans tell us that a quality job is one of the most important things they need to help them return to civilian life. VAC's Job Placement Program will assist Regular Force members, as well as some members of the Reserves, get practical help finding a job. The program will focus on three key services:

• Job-search training to help you write a resume, identify your transferable skills, give you advice on what to do during a job interview, and seek out self-employment training.
• Career counselling to help you develop a plan to enter the civilian work force, evaluate your skills and experience, and complete your resume.
• Job-finding assistance to help you market yourself for possible jobs and arrange job interviews.

Who Can Benefit From Job Placement?

You may qualify for Job Placement if you are a:

• Regular Force member/Veteran who has completed basic training;
• Reserve Force member/Veteran who has Special Duty Service or Emergency service;
• Reserve Force member who has completed at least 21 months of full-time service during 24 straight months;
• CF Veteran who receives Canadian Forces Income Support (CFIS); or
• survivor of a CF member or Veteran.

Some conditions apply, please contact VAC for more information.

Important Notes

• In most cases, your application must be made within two years of release. This time limit does not apply if you receive CFIS.
• You will not qualify for Job Placement if your release is because of misconduct or unsatisfactory service.
• In most cases, the Job Placement Program is a one-time only benefit.