I think it will be the Toronto Revellers, all the way! They always have really, really good costumes. Their theme for this year is “Disco Fever.” I love that because it makes me think back to my parents playing all kind of disco records and dressing up real funky.

Now, for the second year in a row, the Science Centre is peering into the scientific aspect of the festival and knocking down stereotypes as it goes. “Yup, there’s jerk chicken and dancing. Yes, there’s roti. But there’s also a nation of people who’ve adapted to the environment and, from what they were given, created a world that did not exist before. That is Caribbean culture,” says Ramcharan, who is in charge of special projects, visitor and community engagement at the Ontario Science Centre.

Building partnerships and generating economic empowerment for Caribbean Canadian communities is top of mind for Herrera-Jackson as she develops her mandate for Caribana’s future. A recent report produced by Gervan Fearon, Ryerson University’s Dean of Continuing Education, revealed that Caribana generates more than $300-million for the local economy.

Check out our photo gallery from Caribana’s 2010 official launch, held July 27th at Yonge/Dundas Square in Toronto.

With that vision now firmly in place, Halstead says the future is bright for Caribana, which has seen the restoration of major donors and the return of accountability. It’s a big part of his legacy. Halstead also leaves advancements in Caribana’s credibility, long-term planning, focus and positive exposure. The people who make funding decisions now know it’s good to do business with Caribana. “I do take some pride in seeing an accountable, functional, effective organization in place to manage and operate the festival,” he says.

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It’s CARIBANA Week 2010! The parade, the parties, the food and the music - this is one week you won’t want to miss. Sway brings you the best events in the city and, trust us, there is something for everyone!

Having worked with Scotiabank while living in Jamaica, Williams recalls making the decision to stay with the company in light of its popular presence in Canada and its dedication to retail and small business, including what Williams dubs “the local marketplace” of the community.

Podcasted to thousands of music fans around the world, Richardson has been at the centre of the growing genre of Caribbean music. Her show offers fans a glimpse into the professional work and personal philosophies of Caribbean artists. Her work as a journalist/radio host allows Richardson an opportunity to bridge the gap between Caribbean artists and North American music fans.

He explains how you’re likely to see groups from the Middle East, China and various islands taking part in the Caribbean Day parade and their festivities. “The whole idea is to show our culture. So what we did in the early days was have arts and crafts, show videos and try in the process to introduce other cultures,” says Marshall. “It’s grown to be one of the biggest multicultural festivals on the B.C. mainland at the moment, but it’s a lot of work. We have so many things to take care of: the finance committee, the venue and approvals, the street parade, the beer gardens, the volunteers and performances.”