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How to celebrate Canada Day in Montreal
If you're not caught up in the moving day madness Tuesday, you might remember it's also Canada Day. Here's how you can celebrate:
Canada Day in the Old Port
Montreal's official Canada Day festivities will kick of at 1:30 p.m. in the Old Port at the Quai de l'Horloge on the St. Lawrence River.
Celebrations begin with a 21-gun salute at 1:30 p.m., followed by a swearing in ceremony for new Canadian citizens at 2 p.m.
The events will also include a display of military trucks, activities for children and a performance by percussion group Samajam.
'Canada on the Move'
It's not quite a parade, but this year's events will feature the first edition of what organizers are calling a 'festive walk' to the celebrations in the Old Port. Planned in conjunction with the main event, the walk will begin at Place d'Armes and arrive at the Quai de l'Horloge in time for the 21-gun salute.
Participants can arrive at Place d'Armes from 11:30 a.m., where Canada flags will be distributed. An opening ceremony is planned for 12 p.m., with the march toward the Old Port starting around 12:30 p.m. and arriving at the main Canada Day event at 1 p.m.
Canada Day in Pierrefonds-Roxboro
This year's edition of the West Island event will begin with a parade departing from École de l'Altitude at 10 a.m. and arriving at Pierrefonds Community High School between noon and 12:30 p.m. The route is posted on the event's webpage.
A main stage event will feature local pop-rock band Simple Plan as the headliner, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Borough Hall and culminating with a fireworks display at 10 p.m.
Other West Island events
Several West Island municipalities are also planning Canada Day events. Pointe-Claire, Dollard-des-Ormeaux and Dorval will all host their own festivals, featuring music, fireworks and activities for children.
