Column: Silent battles: Supporting the mental health of veterans
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- Last Updated: Tuesday, 04 November 2025 15:32
November 5, 2025
-by Bonny MacIsaac
Mental illness is a widespread yet often unseen struggle that touches people from every background. Among those most profoundly affected are the nation’s veterans and their families, who face challenges shaped by their selfless dedication to service. The legion stands as a steadfast pillar of support, committed to ensuring that veterans and their loved ones have access to essential care and resources – particularly when it comes to mental health. The challenges veterans encounter, both during active duty and in the difficult transition back to civilian life, are complex and deeply personal. Many carry the burden of lasting physical injuries, the grief of losing comrades, the effects of operational stress injuries, and the ongoing impact of mental health issues such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
