The pandemic has delivered a wallop to the mental health of Canadian veterans.  Loneliness and social isolation are common among soldiers, sailors and aircrew who leave the military and transition to civilian life under normal circumstances. No longer in frequent contact with friends and colleagues at work, recently released veterans may suddenly lose important relationships that developed during their time in uniform.  Service often prevents settling in one place, so veterans may not have friends in the community where they put down roots. They may find it challenging to make new friends, especially if they have trouble relating to non-military people.  Veterans, particularly those who leave the military with physical or mental health problems, are at an increased risk to the impacts...