The War Amps

The War Amps is a Canadian, nationwide registered charitable organization operated under the direction of war amputees.

A philosophy of "amputees helping amputees" has been the hallmark of The War Amps since 1918, when the organization was founded by amputee war veterans returning home from the First World War. Counselling, self-help and practical assistance -- along with the desire to commemorate and preserve Canada's military heritage -- are common threads that have been retained in the modern-day organization that developed from their efforts.

Today, the Association continues to serve war amputees, and all Canadian amputees, including children. The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program provides financial assistance for artificial limbs, regional seminars and peer support.

The War Amps is able to operate its many programs solely through donations from the public to the Key Tag and Address Label Service.

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