King & Candyass Red Light Walking Tour
As the wrecking ball demolishes the Lower Main National Historic Site, originally created by Velma Candyass and Donovan King, veterans of the struggle to save the Café Cleopatra. A colorful tour of the Red Light that will reveal many secrets! Since the glory days of Nouvelle-France, through the period of Prohibition to the 21st century, this walk explores the “infamous” Red Light District and highlights government attempts to eradicate the neighbourhood, including the most current controversies.
Starts at le Midway, 1219 Saint Laurent
Saturday June 23, 2pm
$10