Guided walk in English with Luciano Pradal throughout Little Italy to learn about the contribution of immigrant communities to the neighbourhood, along with its history, people and vibrant culture. Participants take a leisurely stroll down Preston Street, hearing about the Italian community and other immigrants who settled in the area. They learn about important institutions like St. Anthony’s Soccer Club and visit many landmarks.

Tour starts at the Plant Recreation Centre (930 Somerset Street West) and ends at Saint Anthony of Padua Church (427 Booth Street).

Part of a series of Immigrant Heritage Walking Tours organized by the Ottawa Local Immigration Partnership, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Heritage Ottawa and the City of Ottawa, during Welcoming Ottawa Week (June 20 to 30, 2017).

For more information contact Philippe Dieudonné, dpecomanagementc@gmail.com, 613-413-9379 or visit http://olip-plio.ca/heritage-walks/.