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A federal rehabilitation program for Canadian veterans, managed by Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services, is facing criticism for its slow progress and potential harm. Veterans like Tristan Barkwell, a retired sergeant with PTSD, anxiety, and depression, experienced months of delays and pressure to switch to PCVRSs network. Thirty veterans and eleven health professionals report bureaucracy, redundant assessments, and aggressive staff. An unpublished study found veterans facing higher suicide risks, addiction, hospitalizations, and arrests after program interactions. Veterans Affairs Canada acknowledges complaints, and a parliamentary committee is reviewing the program. The push for fixes highlights the need for better support for veterans after service in places like Afghanistan and Ukraine.

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