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Over 40 years ago...
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In 1967, Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame hosted Expo 67, which became Man
and his World, creating an unprecedented window on the world for millions of
Quebecers.
- Today, visitors to Parc Jean-Drapeau can discover the different cultures that comprise our metropolis!
2005: 45 000 visitors
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The first Festival Interculturel de Montréal takes place on the
Parterre on Île Notre-Dame at Parc Jean-Drapeau, thanks to an initiative of
the Ville de Montréal.
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This event is an occasion for groups from ethno-cultural communities to
perform in a public space, bringing freshness to recurring summer events and
ensuring their continuity.
2006: 55 000 visitors
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The Festival Interculturel de Montréal is renamed "Week-ends du
monde au parc Jean-Drapeau".
2007: 60 000 visitors
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Theme-based celebration of the 40th anniversary of Expo 67.
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Marco Calliari becomes spokesperson for the event.
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The festival launches its website: www.weekendsdumonde.com
2008
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Addition of an athletic component, with Festifoot and broadcast
of the Euro 2008 soccer finals on a giant screen.
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