St. Vincent de Paul Parish celebrating 200th anniversary this week

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St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Niagara-on-the-Lake is celebrating a major milestone this year, its 200th anniversary. 

The parish has been marking the bicentennial with a series of commemorative events, culminating Sunday, September 27th.

The celebration begins with a Eucharistic service at 2 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Church, followed by a gathering on the church grounds. 

The day will wrap up with a gala dinner at the Prince of Wales Hotel.

The parish says its church has a rich history and is one of the oldest churches in Canada.

(Written by: Brandon Warby)