Sex workers protest during Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal

During the weekend of the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, sex workers staged a large protest on the streets. With more than 360,000 spectators attending the race, demonstrators shouted "we don't want to pay to work anymore" and demanded better working conditions and legal protection.

Police presence remained limited and the demonstration concluded peacefully. The protest highlighted the intersection of major sporting events with broader social issues.