National LGBTQ monument marking injustice unveiled in Ottawa
Canada's first National 2SLGBTQIA+ Monument, Thunderhead, opened in Ottawa to honor victims of the historical LGBT Purge.Summary
Canada's first National 2SLGBTQIA+ Monument, named Thunderhead, was unveiled in Ottawa on Friday morning. The monument, funded through a $145 million settlement from a class-action lawsuit, commemorates the thousands of LGBTQ+ individuals, including military and public service members, who were purged from their jobs during the Cold War due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. The sculpture, featuring a cloud imprint and glass squares, symbolizes the potential for renewed hope and justice. The opening ceremony was attended by dignitaries, including Governor General Louise Arbour and former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who emphasized the importance of remembering this historical injustice and fighting discrimination in the face of global rollbacks in LGBTQ+ rights.
(Source：The Globe and Mail)