International Festivals Lloydfest

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https://torontocarnival.ca/our-history/
Toronto Carnival’s Beginnings
The Toronto Caribbean Carnival began in 1967 as “Caribana,” a community-led initiative to celebrate Canada’s Centennial by showcasing Caribbean culture. It has since grown into one of North America’s largest cultural festivals, becoming a key part of Toronto’s cultural landscape. From its early days on Yonge Street, the carnival has expanded significantly, attracting international attention and participation.

The inaugural Caribana parade in 1967 was a groundbreaking event, laying the foundation for the massive cultural festival it is today. It attracted 50,000 people, setting the stage for the future of the carnival.

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05/21/2026

https://youtu.be/0z9s9RdqlkM?si=flMPXsDVBVhELfu5
Glimpse of Cariwest Festival. Bringing Caribbean carnival to Canada
Cariwest began in 1984 as part of the Klondike Days Parade (now K-Days) as a way for Caribbean immigrants in Edmonton to celebrate and share their culture. It was organized by The Western Carnival Development Association (W.C.D.A.), a non-profit organization under the Societies Act, and this group has been organizing Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival since then.

Join us for an electrifying night with music by DJ Ruffwine & ShermanHype, Caribbean cuisine, and the Costume Extravaganza! Watch mas bands from across Alber...

05/21/2026

https://youtu.be/NJ9-Em0lk5U?si=M6lKqn4lXH8YNeNc
If you missed this here is your chance to see the Lloyddfest 2021 the Movie a vision from an immigrant from Trinidad & Tobago bringing a bit of carnival festivity , a combination of creativity diversity, inclusion and collaboration. I am so proud and thankful to all those who trusted and believe in what Lloydfest was all about.

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05/21/2026

So very thankful being able to host the first Lloydfest to Lloydminster August 24, 2019!