Veterans Exposed To Radiation To Receive Compensation
Members of the Canadian military who were exposed to nuclear radiation during allied countries’ atomic tests or in cleaning up accidents at one of Canada’s nuclear reactors will be recognized and compensated for their service.
National Defence Minister Peter MacKay and Veterans Affairs Minister Greg Thompson announced Sept. 2 that eligible veterans will be compensated with an ex gratia payment of $24,000.
“Through this program, a remarkable group of individuals will finally get the acknowledgment and respect they so rightfully deserve,” said Thompson while making the announcement in Calgary, just days before the general election was called.
The payment is similar to the compensation offered through the Chemical Warfare Agents Testing Recognition Program, created in February 2004...