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Morgan Music

State-Funded 'Victims of Communism' Memorial Delayed After Majority of Names Found to Be Linked to Fascists

Memorial to the Victims of Communism — Canada, a Land of Refuge complete but closed (Credit: Ahunt/Wikimedia Commons)

The unveiling of Canada's "Victims of Communism" memorial is on hold as officials investigate a report flagging over half of the honorees for potential connections to fascist organizations.

The Memorial to the Victims of Communism in Canada is a monument in Ottawa, Ontario intended to honor those who suffered under communism regimes. Completed last year, its original Nov. 2023 unveiling was delayed when Parliament's decision to honor a soldier found to have served under Nazi command led to international embarrassment.

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