Can I work while receiving IRB?

You can work while receiving the Income Replacement Benefit (IRB), but your earnings may affect how much IRB you receive. IRB is designed to bring your total income to approximately 90% of your pre-release military salary. If you earn income from employment, your IRB is typically reduced by the amount you earn, so that your combined income stays near that target. Important details: - You must report any employment income to VAC - Some types of income may be treated differently (for example, pain and suffering compensation is not counted as earned income) - If you are in a VAC rehabilitation program, there may be additional rules - Returning to work does not automatically end your IRB — it depends on your earnings and circumstances Working while on IRB can be a positive step toward financial independence and career transition. The key is to report your income honestly and ask VAC how it will be treated before you start.