The War Amps
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Improving the lives of Canadian amputees since 1918 by providing essential funding for artificial limbs and advocacy for amputees’ rights. 🇨🇦
Canada
Joined November 2009
Office Closed (Montreal only): Due to inclement weather, our Montreal office will be closed today, Thursday, March 12. We remain available by phone and email.
❄️ Bureau fermé : En raison des intempéries, notre bureau de Montréal sera fermé aujourd’hui. Vous pouvez toujours nous contacter par téléphone et par courriel.
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Two-year-old Tommy Darrach recently received a new myoelectric prosthetic arm through @TheWarAmps CHAMP program. It allows him to use his arm muscles to flex the fingers and grip things, making two-handed tasks easier. #limbdifference #pei Read more⬇️ https://t.co/76ONb6QSHw
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Two-year-old Tommy is learning how to use his new artificial arm, which he received through The War Amps CHAMP Program. Read more from CTV's @Mariasarrouh: https://t.co/sevQdpiSPR
#LimbDifference #PEI
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Two-year-old Tommy Darrach is learning to open and close the hand on his new prosthetic arm, practising everyday movements that help him do more on his own as he grows.
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Due to inclement weather impacting the GTA, our Key Tag Service in Scarborough, Ontario, will be closed today. We expect to reopen for regular hours tomorrow, Thursday, February 19.
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Our 2026 key tag mailing has begun, with key tags arriving in mailboxes across BC this week! 📫🔑 Now in its 80th year, the Key Tag Service is a free key return service for Canadians that generates funds for vital programs for amputees. Learn more: https://t.co/VFEiK4lzrP
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Our offices will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, at 12 p.m. through Friday, January 2. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, January 5. We wish you a happy holiday season and a happy new year!
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The War Amps spoke to @CBCNews about exclusions within insurers’ accidental dismemberment policies and how they often do not reflect the reality of limb loss and prosthetic care – a systemic issue facing amputees. https://t.co/QG0mD2pBJD
#LimbLoss #CanadianHealthcare #RCMP
cbc.ca
When retired RCMP constable Jason Hydamacka heard the news that the insurance money for his amputated leg was coming, he sat in his truck and cried. Originally denied the coverage, Canada Life...
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Exciting news! Due to the high volume of requests that we have received regarding the open RFPs, we are extending the deadline for applications. The RFP close dates will now be extended to January 9th, 2026, at 1:00 pm. We look forward to receiving your submissions!
REMINDER: LESS THAN TWO WEEKS LEFT to submit your applications for CIMVHR’s Research Funding Opportunities. 1. Chiropractic and multidisciplinary research to improve musculoskeletal health. 2. Return-to-work research for CAF members and Veterans living with amputation. 3.
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À la mémoire de Brian N. Forbes, BCom., LL.B., qui a reçu une Mention élogieuse 2025 posthume de l’ombud des vétérans. Pendant près de 50 ans, son combat et son leadership ont renforcé les droits, avantages et le bien-être des vétérans. Son impact perdure. https://t.co/q9nhS8yybk
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In memory of Brian N. Forbes, B.Comm., LL.B., honoured posthumously with a 2025 Veterans Ombud Commendation. For nearly five decades, his advocacy and leadership strengthened Veterans’ rights, benefits and well-being. His impact on Veterans endures. https://t.co/zNc9gSRKhb
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#GivingTuesdayCA is here! 🎉 A day to celebrate kindness, community, and the power of giving. Your support helps provide artificial limbs, vital resources, and life-changing programs for amputees across Canada. ❤️ Make a difference and give today: https://t.co/qrPeX6JwUY
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New research funding opportunities now open! 1. Chiropractic and multidisciplinary research to improve musculoskeletal health. 2. Return-to-work research for CAF members and Veterans living with amputation. 3. Research on the needs of ageing Veterans in Canada. Deadline to
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CBC’s As It Happens! recently highlighted a chapter of The War Amps history: in 1923, WWI amputee veterans George Hincks and Marshall McDougall hiked from Alberta to Ontario on crutches. Their journey helped shape early disability rights in Canada. https://t.co/16gN24tuS9
cbc.ca
More than 100 years ago, veteran amputees George Hincks and Marshall McDougall met in a Calgary military hospital and hatched a truly spectacular plan — to hike, on crutches, from Alberta to Ontario...
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If you do not support the @TheWarAmps then perhaps you should. They do good work. I also pay them for a key tag service. I lost the keys to all my bike locks about 6 weeks ago they arrived at my door via Purolator today. Thanks War Amps. https://t.co/tHJXrIKwUe
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A legend. I had the honour of growing up with this incredible man as my mentor, advocate and friend. Forever thankful for his vision, wisdom, and dedication. I carry him in my pocket every day. #Champ50 #OperationLegacy #WeRememberThem ❤️
As Remembrance season comes to a close, we honour the late Cliff Chadderton, a Second World War amputee veteran whose leadership helped shape The War Amps and inspired the founding of the CHAMP Program, now marking its 50ᵗʰ year. https://t.co/WasNyn10aI
#RememberThem #CHAMP50
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Today the @townofparadise had a great turnout to remember our war heroes past and present. My son laid a wreath for @TheWarAmps
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As Remembrance season comes to a close, we honour the late Cliff Chadderton, a Second World War amputee veteran whose leadership helped shape The War Amps and inspired the founding of the CHAMP Program, now marking its 50ᵗʰ year. https://t.co/WasNyn10aI
#RememberThem #CHAMP50
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On Remembrance Day, we honour and remember the sacrifices of our fallen soldiers, veterans and those who continue to serve. #RememberThem
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Update: Our website and email services are now operational. Thank you for your patience! We are continuing to investigate issues with our phone lines. In the meantime, please reach out via email or DM for assistance.
Our website and email are currently down. Phone lines at our Scarborough and Montreal offices also remain affected. Please reach out via private message for assistance. We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide an update once the issues are resolved.
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