Landmark 200th St. Patrick's Day parade rolls through Montreal

In the two centuries since Montreal’s first St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the local Irish community has evolved, with longtime attendee Rick Fitzgerald noting that it has become smaller and older. Fitzgerald, who has attended the parade 50 times, reflects on the changes that have taken place over the years, highlighting the shifting demographics within the community. Despite the changes, the tradition of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Montreal continues to endure, albeit with a different demographic makeup.

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