A Liberal win on Oct. 19 would see nine regional veterans' affairs offices reopen, including one in Brandon, Man., that were closed by the Conservatives, leader Justin Trudeau promised Monday.

"Because it's important that we actually recognize the very real service that these veterans have offered," he told CBC.

Trudeau also promised a variety of other benefits for veterans if elected, including the return of the lifelong pension option.

"We are committed to bringing in these changes immediately for our veterans. There is no phasing in. It is going to happen as quickly as we possibly can. Because for 10 years we have neglected our veterans. And it's time we did right by them," he said.

Trudeau pledged to hire an additional 400 staff to process veterans' claims and to bring in more services to help soldiers suffering from PTSD.