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2012 St. Patrick’s Day in Montreal

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In the 1800s, Montreal was one of the primary entryways into North America for Irish immigrants, with half a million passing through during the industrial revolution alone. This rich heritage not only makes the city a landmark for Canadian-Irish settlers, but also acts as a time capsule for those whose … Read More

Neighbourhood Guide, Montreal: Griffintown

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Being a small city to begin with, Montreal surprises in its neat and tidy divisions between neighbourhoods. Somewhere between the financial district and the Old Port, bordered by the remnants of industry and the Lachine Canal, sits an understated area that goes by the name of Griffintown. It claimed this … Read More

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