In a significant development, Kensington Baron Allen has been appointed as the new chairman of Invictus, replacing Prince Harry.
This decision comes after thousands of petitions were submitted by Canadians, demanding the removal of Harry and Meghan from the board of directors of Invictus.
The closing ceremony of Invictus 2023 has just concluded, but the aftermath is marked by the overwhelming number of petitions on Change.org.
The impact of these petitions was swift and evident.
As soon as they reached the board of directors of the Invictus Games, changes were made to the organization’s structure on the Invictus homepage and Wikipedia.
Notably, Prince Harry’s name has completely vanished, making way for Baron Allen.
Charles Allen, Baron Allen of Kensington, is a British businessman and broadcaster who previously chaired the 2002 Commonwealth Games.
He has also played significant roles in the London 2012 Olympic bid team and the London Organization Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, having served as the mayor of the Olympic Village.
Prior to this change, Prince Harry held the title of president on the organization’s website.
However, it is important to note that the position of president is often an honorary title, bestowed as a gesture rather than for actively contributing to the organization’s operations.
In contrast, the chairman holds a more active and working role within the organization.
Prince Harry’s previous involvement with the Invictus Games was as a worthy patron.
However, recent events have raised concerns about his motivations and priorities.
Some argue that his focus shifted from supporting veteran competitors to personal gain, using the games as a means to monetize his own interests.
Profiting off disabled veterans is seen as unacceptable, and many Canadians expressed their disappointment through the petitions.
Adding to the controversy, it was announced that Vancouver would host the Invictus Games in 2025, following Harry’s announcement at the closing ceremony.
This decision has raised questions about the couple’s genuine concern for indigenous people and their rights.
Critics argue that Harry and Meghan have a history of exploiting pain and suffering for personal gain, and Canadians are appalled by the green light given to an ex-British prince and his American Z-list actress wife.
Moreover, concerns were raised about the couple’s previous visit to Canada.
They were criticized for not expressing gratitude to Canadian taxpayers who funded their security during that time.
Many believe that they do not deserve further financial support from hardworking taxpayers, especially considering the recent findings of unmarked graves and the ongoing pain experienced by indigenous communities.
Harry and Meghan’s previous exploitation of veterans for their Netflix documentary has further fueled these concerns.
The sentiment among Canadians is clear: they do not want Meghan Markle, whom they refer to as “me-again Markle,” and Prince Harry to profit from the Invictus Games or exploit the indigenous community.
The focus should be on the veterans and their experiences, rather than on the couple’s personal interests.