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sponsorsThe Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC wishes to acknowledge the invaluable participation of the following partners, sponsors and benefactors in the production of Caribbean Days Festival 2013.

The Arts Office of North Vancouver Buy-Low Foods Carib Beer City of North VancouverComfort Inn & Suites District of North Vancouver Fairchild Radio 96.1 FM Lonsdale Quay HotelLonsdale Quay Market Corporation MolsonsNorth Shore News Overwaitea Food GroupOn Now Digital Media Province of British ColumbiaQM/FM 103.5 FM RemaxShaw Media St. John’s AmbulanceThe Beat Radio 94.5 FM Vancouver Co-op Radio CFRO

CARIBBEAN DAYS FESTIVAL 2013Welcome!

The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia welcome you to our annual

Caribbean Days Festival at Waterfront Park in North Vancouver now in its 26th year.

Caribbean Days Festival is one of the largest Festivals of its kind in British Columbia; it is a

two-day event and is celebrated the last weekend in July.

The Festival starts with a multicultural street Parade where you can view a variety of colourful

costumes and enjoy the sounds of diverse cultural groups; then on to the park to tempt your

taste buds and have a cold exotic drink while you enjoy the different musical sounds and live

performances. Visit our Arts and Crafts and Kids areas; browse the ethnic clothes tents, then

at the end of day it’s off to the Outdoor Dance at the Quay to dance the night away under

the stars to the sweet sounds of Caribbean Music. And that’s not all! Next day we welcome

you back to regale your spirits in a Caribbean-themed program; back for more merry-making,

more food, and more fun!

The Society would like to thank the City of North Vancouver, the District of North Vancouver,

the Province of British Columbia, the Federal Government, and all of our other sponsors and

supporters for their help.

On behalf of the Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia I would like to

say a special Thank You to our hard working members and friends who give of themselves

tirelessly the many hours it takes to make Caribbean Days Festival the social success that it

is. To our Volunteers who work year after year and to the new ones who are here for 2013 we

say to all of you, Thank You, we could not do it without you.

The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia welcomes you all to our

Festival; we wish you a most enjoyable experience and hope to see you again next year.

Flora Ali,

President, Trinidad and Tobago cultural Society of British Columbia

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Welcome Messages Pages 3 - 6The Origins of Caribbean Carnival Page 6Multicultural Street Parade Page 9Entertainment Line-Up Pages 8 - 9Festival Map Pages 10 - 11Performers’ Contacts & Bios Pages 12 - 13Caribbean Recipes Page 14 - 15About the Organizers Page 16 Acknowledgments Page 17Caribbean Community Event Calendar Page 18

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The City of North Vancouver OFFICE OF MAYOR DARRELL MUSSATTO

141 West 14th Street, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1H9 | Tel: 604-998-3280 | Fax: 604-990-4211 | www.cnv.org |

July 2013 Welcome: On behalf of North Vancouver City Council and citizens, it is my pleasure to welcome everyone to the 26th annual Caribbean Days Parade and Festival on July 27th and 28th at Waterfront Park. Caribbean Days continues to be a highlight of the North Shore summer, drawing thousands of residents and visitors to the City’s waterfront for a weekend of Caribbean-flavoured music, dining and dancing. The annual parade showcases vibrant Caribbean culture alongside the arts, costumes and dance of a variety of other local cultural groups, making this event a truly multi-cultural experience. The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC continues to put on a wonderful event that offers lots of fun and a welcoming atmosphere for all. I extend special thanks to the organizers and volunteers for your excellent work in maintaining Caribbean Days as a landmark event in the City’s calendar, and among the largest cultural festivals in British Columbia. On behalf of Council I welcome you once again to the City of North Vancouver, and extend best wishes to all for the 26th annual Caribbean Days Festival!

Darrell Mussatto Mayor

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The Origins of Caribbean Carnival

Jab Molassie, Moko Jumbie, Burrokeet - these words conjure thoughts of mystical figures. Vintage carnival personas, such as these, played an impor-tant role in shaping Caribbean carnival. Carnival in the Caribbean originated with African slaves introduced to the region to work on sugar plantations. These mystical figures were meant to instill wonder and awe in spectators. The celebration was inspired by the revelry of European colonizers on the days immediately before the period of Lent. The Africans incorporated their own folk lore into their version of these celebrations, which also included dressing up like slave masters, all in sense of jest. African slaves also invented the steelpan, a percussion instrument formed from oil containers (known as oil drums). Steelpan is the only new acoustic musical instrument invented in the twentieth century and even has its own competition where large orchestras of jiving steelpans compete during the carnival period. Calypso, rhythmic songs focused on the issues of the day with lyrics relating to social and political commentary, satire and joviality, was created as a means for the slaves to express themselves and unwind from the harsh conditions they endured. During carnival, masqueraders in costumes dance to the music of steelpan and calypso along the streets. Al-though these celebrations began as covert events in slave quarters, with the abolishment of slavery the revelry took to the streets and grew in popularity and exuberance. Today carnival has grown into a spectacular show filled with vivid colours, wildly creative costumes and energetic performances, where huge carnival bands led by a King and Queen, take to the streets each year. A band can be comprised of anywhere from 50-3000 masqueraders, and sometimes even more! Across the Caribbean the dates of carnival vary and each island boasts its own unique charm, but all promises to be filled with excitement and dares you to resist dancing to the pulsating beat of the music! In some islands carnival begins with a preamble called J’Ouvert which starts in the wee hours of the morning where participants, covered in various shades of mud and accompanied by local music bands, dance through the streets in the pre-dawn darkness, a distinct contrast to the beauty and splendor of the carnival costumes that are displayed by the “mas bands” during the day.Each year hundreds of thousands of spectators from across the world visit Caribbean islands to participate in these energetic celebrations. Carnival is like a huge street party with colourful costumes and tantalizing music under the warm Caribbean sun. And when it is all over you can cool off at the beach, after all it is the Caribbean and there is nothing more relaxing than a day on the warm sand with a cool drink and listening to soothing waves.

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MULTICULTURAL STREET PARADE Saturday July 27th at 10:t00am

Honourary Parade MarshalsDarrell MussattoMayor, City of North Vancouver Richard WaltonMayor, District of North Vancouver Jane ThornthwaiteMLA, North Vancouver-SeymourAndrew SaxtonMember of Parliament, North Vancouver

Parade CoordinatorNigel Headley

Parade Participants

Entry categories include Caribbean, Cultural, and CommunityThe 2013 parade entries feature:

Shao Lin Hung Gar Kung Fu AssociationSpirit of the South Seas (Polynesian) Hula Halau Na Keiki O’Ohana LokahiSandals Beach ResortsThe Heart of our Ancestors (Guatemala)Captain Jack SparrowSidney MortoAMED Dance Group (Persian Dance Group)Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society of BC Steelband Stilt Walker - Diamond MinxStilt Walker – Nezar BizarreMaquilishuat Folklore Dance Group (El Salvador)United Carnival Club – “Mas Confusion”Diversity Dance Group of CalgaryOne Tempo – “Caribbean Masqueraders”W.O.L.F. – “Pirates of the Caribbean”

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Announcer – Marlene Perry

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ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP: Saturday July 27th

Main Sound Stage - South Side

10:00 am Multicultural Street Parade

11:30 am DJ BJ Roots Cellar

12:15 pm Opening Ceremony

1:00 pm Kara Kata Afro Beat Group

1:30 pm Sarah K

2:00 pm AMED Dance Group

2:30 pm T&T Cultural Society Steelband

3:00 pm Spirit of the Seas

3:30 pm Diversity Performing Arts

4:00 pm Tusitala Polynesian Dance Group

4:30 pm Havana Vibes

5:15 pm X-Kalibre

6:15 pm Lil’ Bit

See Performers Index for contact information

MC:Jason Jaggernauth (aka Nasty Jag)Stage Manager Assistant Stage ManagerKenrick Headley Carl NicholasNorth Side DJs:DJ Denise & DJ Palancer

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Main Sound Stage - South Side

10:00 am Carl Sound Vibes

11:00 am Jah Request Roots Live Reggae

11:45 am Ezira Kwizera

12:15 pm Supernova

1:15 pm Mr. Fantasik

1:30 pm Children’s Carnival Parade

1:45 pm Sugar Cane

2:40 pm Diversity Performing Arts

3:00 pm King Fish Limbo

3:45 pm Island Vibe

5:00 pm Phase III Steelband

6:15 pm Maffie & Crew

See Performers Index for contact information

MCs:Heather CrossStage Manager Assistant Stage ManagerKenrick Headley Carl NicholasNorth Side DJs: DJ Kizum & DJ Nasty Jag

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Diversity Performing Arts Club of Calgary This group delivers a multicultural experience through dance and drama. The performances are as diverse as it members featuring the faces of Canada’s children and youth from various ethnicities and walks of life. They celebrate cultural diversity through artistic expression and performances, promoting inclusion, understanding and respect.

AMED Dance Group delivers dynamic performances combining authentic Middle Eastern dances with a modern flair delighting spectators with their passion, powerful technique, elegant musicality and magnetic sense of fun.

Performer ContactAMED Dance Group Pooneh 604-987-2187

Carl Sound Vibes Carl 778-384-9505

Diversity Performing Arts Jennifer 403-283-7547

DJ BJ Roots Cellar John 604-585-4052

Ezira Kwizera Kwizera 604-576-1647

Havana Vibes Fonseca 778-838-9786

Island Vibe Sylvan 604-306-6464

Jah Request Roots Live Reggae Jeffrey 778-232-9713

Kara Kata Afro Beat Group Toyin 778-552-8238

King Fish Limbo Clifford 778-322-3556

Lil’ Bit Elaine 778-989-6094

Maffie & Crew Ulan 778-384-2153

Mr. Fantasik Jeffrey 778-232-9713

Phase III Steelband Kenrick 604-502-7439

Sarah K Christopher 778-997-4540

Spirit of the South Seas Marji 604-986-5185

Sugga Cane Timothy 604-729-4208

Supernova Devon 778-994-5677

T&T Cultural Society Steelband Kenrick 604-515-2400

Tusitala Polynesian Dance Group Toese 778-968-1915

X-Kalibre Shafiq 604-231-0625

GETTING TO KNOW SOME OF THE PERFORMERS

DiversityA Performing Arts Club of Calgary

Kara Kata Afrobeat Group is a high-energy music/dance group effortlessly blending Afrobeat highlife (fela kuti), Afrobeat reggae (majek fashek), soca, calypso, afro gospel, modern funk and soul. This troupe celebrates the exotic beauty of African multiculturalism through music, dance, fashion and exuberant fun.

Spirit of the South Seas is an award-winning performance group whose pulsating toere drums beckons all who hear them to join in their music, songs and dances which represent authentic island lore - both aboriginal and modern – in the true spirit of Aloha from the South Pacific lands of Hawaii, New Zealand, and Tahiti.

Tusitala Polynesian Dance Group was established in North Vancouver since 1988 and deftly performs vibrant Polynesian ethnic dances from various areas of the South Pacific – Cook Islands, Fiji, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga and other islands.

King Fish Limbo - “Fish” as he is affectionately known originally hails from Jamaica and is a master of the backbreaking acrobatic contortions of the Limbo dance with the Fire Limbo being the highlight of his act. His awesome talent has been wowing audiences for over 15 years and his performance is always impressive.

Havana Vibes band members are the products a rich and historic musical culture. Trained from childhood in the music schools of Cuba they are genuine ambassadors of the unique Afro-Cuban rhythms which have evolved from their country’s long history of dedication to music.

Sugga Cane is no stranger to the Caribbean Scene in and around Vancouver. Members of the group has been singing and playing Caribbean rhythms with familiar bands such as Tropical Breeze, Tropitonics and Soul Survivors – bands which have thrilled crowds at Caribbean Days Festival in past years.

Supernova is a 4-piece reggae band emerging out of East Vancouver. The group is a collection of some of Vancouver’s best studio musicians and delivers some of the best in dance hall and hip-hop music in their performances.

Phase III Steelband is anchored and led by world renowned leader Kenrick Headley. Audiences are enraptured as band members display great skill and dexterity on the steelpans, making sweet music from the classics to soca and reggae. Phase III has been performing together since 1984!

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PASSION COLADA

Ingredients

• 2 cups ice• 1 cup passion fruit juice• 1/4 cup cream of coconut• 3 ounces rum

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Combine ice, passion fruit juice, cream of coconut and rum in a blender and blend until smooth.

Servings: 2

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CREAMY CASSAVA (YUCCA) SAUTÉE (CASSAVA OILDOWN)

Ingredients:3 lbs cassava (yucca)2 tbsp coconut or olive oil1 cup chopped onion4 cloves garlic, chopped1 red bell pepper seeded and minced 3/4 cup fresh chive or green onions, chopped1/4 cup cilantro, chopped3 cups (light) coconut milk 1 habanero or scotch bonnet pepper, left whole1 tbsp butter3 teaspoons salt

Directions:1. Peel and cut cassava (yucca) into 2” lengths, slice the pieces down the centre and remove the coarse inner vein.2. In a large heavy skillet, heat oil, add onions, garlic, bell pep-per, chive or green onions and cilantro.3. Sauté until fragrant, about 4 minutes.4. Add coconut milk and bring mixture to a boil, lower heat and add cassava.5. Add butter and salt and stir. 6. Add whole habanero or scotch bonnet pepper at this point.7. Cover mixture and simmer for about 25 to 30 minutes until all the coconut milk has been absorbed and the cassava is cooked and tender. There should only be a small amount of liquid in the pan.8. Remove whole pepper before serving.

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The Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC is widely acknowledged as the pioneering Caribbean cultural organization in British Columbia and is dedicated to cross-cultural understanding, acceptance and interaction between peoples of diverse nationalities and heritage. The Society was organized in 1987 and incorporated in 1990.TTCSBC has consistently sponsored cultural and social initiatives including annual academic and musical scholarships, bursaries, youth development workshops, seniors’ outings, cultural exhibitions, books to Libraries in the Lower Mainland, disaster aid, supplies to school and hospitals, and other beneficiaries. The Society hosts notable annual celebrations of Trinidad & Tobago’s traditions such as the pre-lent Carnival dance, T & T Independence anniversary, and Parang at Christmastime. Caribbean Days Festival stands out as the Society’s annual flagship event and over the years, has attracted patrons from across BC, North America and as far away as Europe. Membership is open to all nationalities reflecting the sentiment in our National Anthem “Here every creed and race finds an equal place”. To find out more about TTCSBC please visit www.ttcsbc.org

TTCS OF BC BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2011-12

President Florence AliVice President Vikera (Vicky) HunteSecretary Irma Mohammed Treasurer Shirley CumberbatchDirector Arnold CambridgeDirector Ingrid SelmanDirector Maureen SimonDirector Finderson Alves Director Yvonne TaffePast President Manchan Sonachansingh

Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society of British ColumbiaSuite #635, 4974 Kingsway Avenue, Burnaby, BC, V5H 4M9Phone: 604-515-2400 Fax: 604-434-9334info@ttcsbc.org / www.ttcsbc.org / www.caribbeandays.ca

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THE CARIBBEAN DAYS FESTIVAL TEAM

Caribbean Days Festival would not be possible without the hard work by a team of devoted and dedicated volunteers who generously give up valuable time with their families as they strive to produce a festival that will delight, entertain, educate and foster our diverse traditions. Their sole reward is the broad smiles and joyful expressions of patrons as they embrace the warmth of our culture. Although it is not possible to mention all the immeasurable contributions from a vast number of individuals, we are sincerely grateful to everyone including our vendors and suppliers who helps to make this festival an ongoing success.

CDF2013 Planning Committee:Victor Bryan Committee ChairpersonRudy Marshall Committee Co-chairpersonKenrick HeadleyCarl NicholastShirley CumberbatchIrma MohammedYvonne Taffe

CDF2013 Department & Activities Leaders include: Nigel Headley, Vikera Hunte, Flora Ali, Krishna Ramjagsingh, Ingrid Selman, Sabrena Hawthorne, Ron Rogers, Carl Beach, Paul DeAbreau, Darrell Emmanuel and Marilyn Perrin.

Parade judges: Donna Soley, Avril Headley, Jo-Ann Martin, Paige Edwards, Sydnee Dinsmore, and Francis Da Silva.Parade Announcer: Marlene Perry

VOLUNTEERSThe Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of British Columbia expresses its sincere thanks to all our past volunteers whose dedicated efforts and gener-ous commitment of their time over the years have helped to build and sustain the legacy of Caribbean Days Festival in North Vancouver. Without your energy and devotion an event of this scope would not be possible. Thank You!

JOIN THE TEAMTTCSBC greatly appreciate the participation of all the people and communities whose presence contributes to the perennial success of the Caribbean Days Festival in North Vancouver. Thank You for your support.If you have been enjoying Caribbean Days and feel that you could be of assistance to this event, now is the time to act. Join us and help bring the Festival to even greater heights in the years to come. Visit www.caribbeandays.ca/join

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CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDARFor more details, see the full events calendar at www.ttcsbc.org

August 20134th Jamaican Canadian Association Sports Day – Holland Park, Surrey5th Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Volunteer Picnic – Queensborough/Ryall Park 10th Jamaican Canadian Association Independence Gala – Executive Hotel, Coquitlam11th Barbados Cultural Association Family Picnic – Foreshore Park, Burnaby11th Multi-Caribbean Organizations Family Picnic – Foreshore Park, Burnaby September 20137th & 8th Guyanese Canadian Association Bus Trip to Seattle14th Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Independence Gala – Executive Hotel, BurnabyOctober 20135th Grenada Cultural Association Grenfest – Cameron Centre, Burnaby19th St. Vincent & Grenadines Association Independence Gala – Executive Hotel, CoquitlamNovember 2013 2nd Guyanese Canadian Association Fall Dance – South Arm Community Hall, Richmond3rd Antigua/Barbuda Association Independence Church Service – Venue to be advised16th Guyanese Canadian Association Sir James Douglas Event – Fort Langley 23rd Barbados Cultural Association Independence Banquet – Hilton Hotel, Burnaby December 20131st United Children’s Christmas Club Children’s Christmas Party – Bonsor Community Centre, Burnaby7th Jamaican Canadian Association Children’s Christmas Party – Venue to be advised 8th Guyanese Canadian Association Christmas Brunch – Venue to be advised14th Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Adult Christmas Dinner – South Arm Community Hall, Richmond 15th Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Children’s Christmas Party – CAW Hall, New Westminster15th Antigua/Barbuda Association Christmas Brunch – Venue to be advised31st Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Old Years Dance – CAW Hall, New WestminsterFebruary 20148th Grenadian Cultural Association 40th Independence Gala – Executive Hotel, Coquitlam March 20144th Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society Carnival Dance – Queensborough Community Centre, NewWestminister.

CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDARFor more details, see the full events calendar at WWW. TTCSBC.ORG

Independence Celebrations – 14 SeptemberExecutive Hotel, Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby

Adult Christmas Party – 14 DecemberSouth Arm Community Hall, Richmond

Children’s Christmas Party – 15 DecemberCAW Hall, 12th Street, New Westminster

2014 EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS

Carnival Dance – 04 March 2014Summer Boat Cruise – 20 July 2014

Caribbean Days Festival26 & 27 July 2014

Outdoor Dance – 26 July 2014

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