Canadian reservists get far inferior health care than regular members of the military, a double standard that is unacceptable, the military ombudsman says.
Mary McFadyen, who released a report on Thursday, said reservists are often denied medical benefits and care, and are receiving far less compensation for their injuries.
Citing one example, she said a reservist who loses a hand while serving will only get $50,000 in compensation, while a regular member who loses a hand gets $125,000.
She said the discrepancies do not apply to those serving in Afghanistan, where reservists have a contract that affords them equal care to regular force members.
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Mary McFadyen, who released a report on Thursday, said reservists are often denied medical benefits and care, and are receiving far less compensation for their injuries.
Citing one example, she said a reservist who loses a hand while serving will only get $50,000 in compensation, while a regular member who loses a hand gets $125,000.
She said the discrepancies do not apply to those serving in Afghanistan, where reservists have a contract that affords them equal care to regular force members.
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If you are a regular forces member or a member of the reserves we would like you to share your thoughts on this story.
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