You are quite right, we should be treated like any other Canadian. Medical treatment is a provincial responsibility. Someone with a mental health problem should be treated by the local mental health team, not sent to places like Toronto, Montreal days away from his residence and work. I am a VA client, and have been for many years. At first, I found it very frustrating to talk with VA. I also think the military, if they are going to release someone for medical problems that were caused by "active duty" ... everything should be in place medically, and socially, before the person is released.... by an 80+ year old veteran