National War Memorial

The National War Memorial is a monument found in Ottawa, dedicated in 1939 to those who died during the First World War, and eventually rededicated to include all Canadians killed in conflicts past and future. It is the current home for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Convoyists used the memorial as a toilet and cigarette ash tray. [1] Some climbed upon the monument, shouting about freedom[2], or using it as a dance floor [3]. Overall, a complete lack of respect by those demanding freedom to those who fought for freedom.

On February 12, Convoyists claiming to be veterans tore down the fencing, and performed a pro-covid message about ending mandates, along with claiming that the fencing was to prevent them from accessing their own sites. The view was not shared by the Royal Canadian Legion and Minister of Veterans Affairs, who instead say the site is for collective remembrance and to be treated with respect. [4]

They vowed to protect the monument, something which should have been made before disrespecting it the first time.[5]