Return of NDI 75: Veteran Service Card [Merged]

[Stoker]

They should have one ID that fits everyone.  Right now, if you have less then 10 years, all you get is a VAC Card, only if you have an injury and the 1 Card. Problem is they are not ID Cards, they only act as proof of service and in many cases, like for Shades of Green in Orlando, these cards, not even the ND 75 are not good enough and this comes from them.

Apparently you can get discounted tickets from the shades of green hotel. Proof that you are a veteran is needed.

 

[George Wallace]

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE — NDI 75

1. Concerning the possible entitlement to a Record of
Service Card - NDI 75.
Note - this is often mistakenly referred to as a Veteran’s
Card or Veterans Identification card, in essence it is a
pocket size Certificate of the member’s record of service.
Thus Record of Service Card.

2. The Record of Service Card - NDI 75 is issued to
members leaving or who have left the Canadian Forces,
with 10 or more years of service.

3. If you meet the eligibility criteria, use the application
form attached. It is imperative the information required
is legible. Complete with the member’s: Service
Number, Military ID Number or Social Insurance
Number. Two colour passport–type photographs
measuring 1½” x 2”. Processing time after this office
receives the application, is approximately
3–6 months to mail the card to applicant.

Mail to:

Record of Service Card - NDI 75
Director Military Careers Administration 4
National Defence Headquarters
MGen George R. Pearkes Building
101 Colonel By Dr
Ottawa ON K1A 0K2

4. Replacement of the Record of Service Card -
NDI 75 may be requested with a cost of $15.00 payable
in the form of a Postal Money Order made payable to the
Receiver General for Canada.


________________________________________________________________________

LINKS:

http://www.cpva.ca/webpages_e/veterans/ndi.htm



NOTE:

If links don't work; try using Google.

 

[kratz]

Petro Canada is offering 3c per litre off of up to 200L per month if you have a CF-1 card.

https://retail.petro-canada.ca/en/independent/5741.aspx

This card has been meaningless to me since it started.
With no ND20 or 75, what have I had to prove my service or eligibility?

 

[dapaterson]

Does the online application require you to send in copies of your docs?

https://www.cfmws.com/en/OurServices/CFOne/Pages/Register.aspx

 

[George Wallace]

Nope it doesn't, I just registered.  Just wants service number and date of enrollment.  . In about 5minutes after the CFOne registration it emailed me a confirmation which included a card number in the email.  (So you can register for the petrocan card right after)


In 10 days I will have myself a fuel card!

However, if you are a veteran, they want a copy of your NDI 75 included with the application.

 

[MilEME09]

finally a reason to brush the dust off it from my wallet

 

[ueo]

Do all of the above and wait. Just heard from DMCA 4 that there is a 11 month backlog.

 

[dapaterson]

And a promise on the campaign trail to replace the NDI 75:

http://www.conservative.ca/harper-conservatives-to-issue-new-canadian-veterans-card-to-all-military-veterans-2/

 

[George Wallace]

And a promise on the campaign trail to replace the NDI 75:

http://www.conservative.ca/harper-conservatives-to-issue-new-canadian-veterans-card-to-all-military-veterans-2/

Looks like the prelude to opening/reopenning up Veterans Affairs Offices and employing more at Veterans Affairs to deal with the management, photographing of Veterans and issuing of these cards. 

As with other forms of official identification, the CVC card will be renewed and updated every 10 years. There will be no cost to the Veteran for renewing the CVC. The renewal will also provide VAC with the opportunity to renew contact with the Veteran and ensure that he/she is receiving all the benefits and services which may be required.

 

[kratz]

The back of the NDI75, centered on the bottom, clearly states in both languages:
"This is not an identification card"

1.  I think it's convenient to refer to the card as a form of official identification
contrary to what the actual card states.

2.  Currently, the NDI75 does not have a date issued or expiry date. Considering the trouble veterans are encountering
to receive their initial issue of the card, now someone wants to reel them in every 10 years? No, I don't think that idea will float very well. Those that already have veterans ID will continue to use what they have, defeating the reasoning behind an expiry date.

 

[PuckChaser]

Thats because the NDI 75 is managed by NDHQ. The more things we can get out of there, the better. I think VAC would be far better at administering this, despite their previous issues.

 

[Teager]

Looks like the prelude to opening/reopenning up Veterans Affairs Offices and employing more at Veterans Affairs to deal with the management, photographing of Veterans and issuing of these cards.

Ahh but you forgot vets are now able to go to Service Canada which can take care of your application and probably even do your picture. No need to open any offices.

 

[Fishbone Jones]

I'll get one. I can put it with the CF 75 and the NDI 75 I've already got.

 

[Cloud Cover]

And a promise on the campaign trail to replace the NDI 75:

http://www.conservative.ca/harper-conservatives-to-issue-new-canadian-veterans-card-to-all-military-veterans-2/

Anyone know what the status of this is with the new government? My dad served 9 years 8 months on the 60's, trying to get him a veterans card and if possible some benefits.

 

[RocketRichard]

Standing by. Have an inquiry in to the Minister of Veterans Affairs.

 

[PuckChaser]

Anyone know what the status of this is with the new government? My dad served 9 years 8 months on the 60's, trying to get him a veterans card and if possible some benefits.

Its a Tory campaign promise. Expect that even if it makes sense, the Liberals won't do it with any sort of priority (or at all). They've got enough special interests to placate, the CAF and veterans are at the bottom of the barrel.

 

[RocketRichard]

Spoke to a staffer in Minister Hehr's office and they are looking into a new veteran's card. Especially to help identify veterans in need and/or homeless veterans.

 

[Aerobicrunner]

I received notice that a CANFORGEN was sent out this week stating that the NDI 75 is being replaced by the CF1 Card issued by Canadian Forces Morale Welfare Services directorate information.  No picture, just a plastic card.  The NDI 75 will cease being produced on 1 Feb 16. 

There is nothing in the CF1 Card site about this yet:  https://www.cfmws.com/en/OurServices/CFOne/Pages/default.aspx 

 

[George Wallace]

I received notice that a CANFORGEN was sent out this week stating that the NDI 75 is being replaced by the CF1 Card issued by Canadian Forces Morale Welfare Services directorate information.  No picture, just a plastic card.  The NDI 75 will cease being produced on 1 Feb 16. 

There is nothing in the CF1 Card site about this yet:  https://www.cfmws.com/en/OurServices/CFOne/Pages/default.aspx

Is today the 1st of April?

They are two different cards for two different reasons.  The CF1 Card is a CANEX Card that replaced a previous incarnation of a CANEX Card.  The NDI 75 is a "Record of Service" card.

 

[PuckChaser]

Not anymore, your card to identify you as a veteran is going to be the CF1 card with veteran written on it and no picture.

I wish it was an April fools joke.