A coalition of veteran and civilian groups say it is boycotting federal media events.
The Canada Coalition of Veterans says its members won't participate in government photo ops or be quoted in news releases until veterans are treated better by Ottawa.
"No more backroom deal. No more secret consultation groups. No more keeping veterans and Canadians in the dark," said Sean Bruyea from the group.
The move comes just days before Remembrance Day.
Several Afghanistan vets say their compensation and pensions fall short.
Many have also said enough isn't done to help those suffering from PTSD.
Ex-reservist and Legion volunteer Ken Morley backs the coalition.
"I think that's a good idea that way we could help our veterans out, I know after World War One and World War Two, we fought real hard to get veterans their help," said Ken Morley.
Ottawa says the criticism is unfounded, saying it recently made changes to ensure no one is released from the military until they are healthy and able to access further supports.
“Many of the veterans in that group we've actually directly listened to as a government as part of our overall modernization of supporting our veterans and we're spending more and we're doing it better,” said Erin O'Toole, Conservative MP.
The coalition says it will stand down from its measures once Ottawa follows through on their demands.
- with a report from Jeff Keele
