Founded by Special Operations Veterans
Take Controlof Your Health
Facilitating innovative wellness solutions beyond conventional medicine — tailored to CAF and RCMP veterans who have given everything in service.
18+
Combined
Deployments
Deployments
100%
Free Cannabis
for Vets
for Vets
VAC
Funded
Programs
Programs
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Who We Serve
Built For Those Who Served
Our programs are tailored to CAF and RCMP veterans, but our network is open to anyone seeking innovative health solutions. We know your world because we lived it.
Served
CAF & Military Veterans
Specialized wellness navigation for veterans with operational stress injuries, PTSD, and service-related health challenges — with full VAC claim coordination.
Operator
Special Operations Forces
Understanding the unique demands of high-tempo operational environments and the cumulative toll on body and mind that conventional medicine misses.
Still Serving
Active CAF Members
Still in uniform? Access our network, get discounts, and build your health foundation now — so you're ready for the transition ahead.
Enforcement
RCMP & Police Veterans
Dedicated support for RCMP members navigating the health challenges of a career in law enforcement, including full VAC coverage assistance.
Responders
First Responders
Paramedics, firefighters, and corrections staff face the same operational stress. Our network is open to all who serve in high-intensity roles.
Open Access
Civilians & Families
Anyone can leverage our network and access partner discounts. Innovative health solutions aren't just for operators. It's completely free to ask.
Coverage
VAC-Funded Programs
We navigate the system so you don't have to. Many of our services can be fully or partially funded through Veterans Affairs Canada and other federal programs.
Veterans Affairs Canada
K-number holders may receive full coverage for many of our partner services. We manage approvals and coordinate directly.
CAF Health Services
Active members can access coverage through CAF Health Services or CFMAP. We confirm eligibility and coordinate care.
RCMP Members
Active and retired RCMP can access services through the Health Solutions Provider Network with full benefit verification.
Medical Cannabis — 100% Free
Pharmaceutical-grade medical cannabis at zero cost for CAF and RCMP veterans with an approved VAC claim. Still serving? 20% discount.
What We Offer
Innovative Therapies
That Work
We act as facilitators — connecting clients with a curated network of trusted providers. We only recommend services proven effective by our community. We are not dedicated to brands. We are dedicated to real-world results.
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Hormone Optimization
High stress and high-tempo environments destroy the endocrine system. HRT for both men and women addresses mood disorders, fatigue, low libido, and poor sleep at the root.
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Stellate Ganglion Block
Rapidly gaining credibility for PTSD treatment. The SGB resets the sympathetic nervous system — the fight-or-flight response — returning it to a more balanced state.
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TMS Therapy
Partnered with BrainStim Health — dTMS, rTMS, and Ketamine for veterans dealing with PTSD, depression, and suicidal ideation. Coordinated with VAC and Medavie Blue Cross.
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Psychedelic Therapies
Partnered with Field Trip Health at 8 locations across Canada. Medically supervised psychedelic therapies that can be fully funded by VAC in certain situations.
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Medical Cannabis
Pharmaceutical-grade cannabis 100% free for CAF and RCMP veterans with an approved VAC claim. Addresses pain, inflammation, sleep, anxiety, and hypervigilance.
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Red Light & Sauna
Photobiomodulation and traditional Finnish sauna — proven for chronic pain, inflammation, sleep quality, and circulation. Access exclusive partner discounts through our network.
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Personal Training — Free
VAC-funded Kinesiology sessions through Fleming Fitness for veterans in Ottawa, Pembroke, or Kingston. At their gym or in your home, at zero cost with an approved VAC claim.
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Heavy Metal & Detox
Through Naturopathic Dr. Karim Alami — heavy metal testing and removal via IV chelation. VAC may cover the initial appointment. Contact us for the Stronghold deal.
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22
Years
Service
Service
Who We Are
Born From The Field
Founded by three Canadian Special Operations Forces veterans with significant experience in the Global War on Terror. Stronghold Wellness was born out of a deep understanding of the challenges veterans and first responders face.
After 18 combined deployments across Iraq, Afghanistan, and Africa, our founders recognized the urgent need for alternative treatment options beyond what conventional medicine offers. The system failed us. We built something better.
CSOR & JTF2 Veterans
18+ Deployments
No Charge to Clients
Real-World Results Only
VAC Claim Navigation
Trusted Provider Network
We are not dedicated to brands or companies. We are dedicated to real-world results.
Learn About Operator SyndromeProcess
How It Works
We believe in empowering individuals to take responsibility for their health. Here is how we help you move from uncertainty to action.
01
Take The Quiz
Complete our 2-minute personal history quiz. Tell us about your background so we can recommend the right options for your specific needs.
02
We Recommend
Based on your history, we identify the most effective therapies from our vetted network — ones that have worked for operators like you.
03
We Facilitate
We make the introduction and navigate VAC claims and coverage on your behalf. From there, you and your provider determine the best course of action.
04
You Recover
At zero cost in most cases. Our referral is completely free. Many services are fully covered by VAC; all offer discounts for out-of-pocket clients.
Our Commitment
No one cares about
your health more
than you.
We are not a clinic. We are not a pharmacy. We are a mission-driven team of veterans who spent years watching peers suffer in silence because the system failed them. We built Stronghold to change that.
Coming Soon
Developing Relationships
We are always seeking new and innovative therapies. Here are services we are actively working to bring into the network. Know something that isn't on our list? Let us know.
In Development
Peptide Therapy
Short chains of amino acids that cause the body to do remarkable things — from improving hormones to healing bone, tendons, ligaments, and joints. A game-changer in recovery that is hard to access in Canada.
In Development
Hyperbaric Oxygen
Breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment supports the body's natural healing, stimulates new blood vessel production, and increases stem cell activity. Transformational for blast injuries to the brain.
In Development
Exercise & Nutrition
Diet and exercise are critical to overall health. Everyone knows this, but sometimes you need help getting the ball rolling. We are finding ways to get VAC to foot the bill.
Not Sure What Is Right For You?
Tell us about your background and service history, and we can recommend options from our network. Takes less than two minutes.
Take the 2-Minute Personal History Quiz
Free. No obligation. We never charge our clients for referrals.
