IN PHOTOS: Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day parade in Montreal

The annual Saint-Jean Baptiste Day parade has returned to the streets of Montreal.

By News Staff

Posted June 24, 2023 4:47 pm.

Last Updated June 24, 2023 6:48 pm.

Blue and white Fleurdelisé flags waved through the city Saturday afternoon for the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day parade.

The procession moved on Pie-IX Boulevard and Sherbrooke Street.

Hundreds lined the streets to take in the annual parade.

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