Overview

• Nearly 650 events are taking place across Quebec, marking the 50th anniversary of Gilles Vigneault’s song “Gens du pays” as the province’s unofficial anthem.
• Libraries have extended their opening hours and outdoor splash pads remain open late to give residents relief from intense summer heat.
• Montreal’s main parade began at 2 p.m. and the evening concert at Parc Maisonneuve features performances by Robert Charlebois and Sara Dufour.
• Environment Canada has issued a heat warning covering most of the province with forecasts calling for daytime temperatures in the mid-30s Celsius.
• Celebrations range from family-friendly parades and concerts to late-night fireworks, reflecting decades of St-Jean-Baptiste Day traditions.