Have Your Say on National Security, Defence, and Veterans Affairs
Official title: Examine and report on such issues as may arise from time to time relating to national security and defence generally, including veterans’ affairs
Why This Matters
Know a veteran struggling to get benefits? This committee is examining whether Veterans Affairs is delivering on its promises. Worried about fake news from Russia influencing Canadian politics? They're investigating that too. And with Canada pledging to boost defence spending, they're asking whether taxpayers are getting value for money on military purchases.
What Could Change
The committee's findings could lead to new legislation on veterans' benefits or changes to how the government handles disinformation. Their defence procurement study may influence how billions in military spending gets allocated. Senate reports often shape government policy even when they don't directly create laws.
Key Issues
- Is Canada's defence procurement delivering value as military spending increases?
- How is Russian disinformation affecting Canadian democracy and what should be done about it?
- Are veterans receiving adequate services and benefits under the Veterans Well-being Act?
How to Participate
- Watch upcoming committee meetings live or view recordings of past hearings on SenParlVU to understand the issues being discussed.
- Submit a written brief to the committee by email at secd@sen.parl.gc.ca or by mail to the Standing Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Veterans Affairs.
- Review briefs and documents already submitted to see what others have said.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 8, 2025 4:01 PM ET | Committee Meeting - Veterans Affairs Study | — | Register → (opens in new tab) |