The creator of the Crosses for Change opioid memorial in Greater Sudbury says she is 'disturbed' after discovering a far-right group used the site in a promotional video without authorization.
Memorial Used Without Consent
Angela Gemmill reported that the memorial, which features hundreds of crosses to honor lives lost to opioid overdoses, was featured in a video produced by a far-right organization. The group did not seek permission to film at the site, which is meant to be a place of remembrance and reflection.
Creator's Reaction
The memorial's creator expressed deep concern over the misuse of the space, emphasizing that the crosses represent personal tragedies and community grief. 'It's disturbing to see something so sacred being co-opted for political messaging,' she said.
Local community members have also voiced outrage, calling for respect for the memorial's purpose. The incident has sparked discussions about how public memorials can be protected from exploitation.
