Canadian policy towards veterans : from WWI to Afghanistan

Název: Canadian policy towards veterans : from WWI to Afghanistan
Zdrojový dokument: Variations on community: the Canadian space. Otrísalová, Lucia (editor); Martonyi, Éva (editor). 1st edition Brno: Masaryk University, 2013, pp. 245-255
Rozsah
245-255
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Článek
Jazyk
anglicky
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otevřený přístup
Licence: Neurčená licence
Popis
The aim of this paper is to present and analyze legislative and social solutions introduced in Canada from 1917–2011, aiming at creating conditions allowing veterans to re-enter their post-mission life maintaining their dignity. Special emphasis is placed on various forms of protective and aid programs provided for veterans on the basis of the 2006 Canadian Forces Members and Veterans Re-establishment and Compensation Act known also as New Veterans Charter.
Le présent article présente et analyse les mesures sociales et légales introduite au Canada entre 1917 et 2011 afin de permettre aux anciens combattants de réintégrer la vie civile après leur mission et de préserver leur dignité. L'article porte une attention plus particulière aux différents programmes de protection et d'aide offerts dans le cadre de l'application de la Loi sur les mesures de réinsertion et d'indemnisation des militaires et vétérans des Forces canadiennes également connue sous l'appellation de Nouvelle Charte des anciens combattants.
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