An opposition motion endorsed by the Conservatives that recognizes Canada’s obligations to retired members of the military provides additional ammunition to a suit brought against the government by disabled veterans, their lawyer says.
The motion introduced by New Democrat MP Fin Donnelly says there is a “covenant of moral, social, legal, and fiduciary obligation” between Canadians and past and present members of the Canadian Forces who have been injured or killed during their military service. It goes on to say that the government is obligated to provide “equitable financial compensation and support services” to current and former members of the military and their dependents.
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