It’s a happy day for me when I get to combine my love of lifestyle and carnival. Thanks to Joe Fresh and ChCh Hamilton I did a segment on the Toronto caribbean carnival. Continue Reading…
Before you ask…I am NOT playing mas this year! I know, I know I say that every year. But I’m serious this year. If you’re new to my blog, know that I’m very much a Caribbean woman. I’m also what you would call a “carnival baby” having participated in costume at carnival festivals since I was 2 years old. My dad Walter Elliott is also a veteran ‘mas man.’ Even though I’m not playing mas in Toronto this year…I can still admire the costumes. Continue Reading…
The party is officially done for another year. This was my first full Toronto carnival in a while. I put together pictures of my favourite moments of Caribana 2017.
My father Walter Elliott travelled to Montreal in 1967, he came as part of a contingent from Trinidad and Tobago during Canada’s centennial year. The year carnival came to Canada. He was a dancer and moved here a year later for good on his own. Even though he was a dancer and actor, his real passion was art…particularly the art of carnival. Continue Reading…
Toronto Caribbean community comes alive during the city’s Caribbean carnival…formerly known as Caribana. Festivities and official events have been taking place for weeks now, but things really heat up this week. Here’s a rundown of some of the not-to-miss Toronto Carnival events. Continue Reading…
I’ve seen Toronto Caribbean Carnival through many lenses. I’ve played mas all my life, I’ve made costumes with my dad, I’ve covered the parade many times as a reporter. It’s one of my favourite topics. As a Caribbean lifestyle blogger, I’d be remiss if I didn’t dedicate a few posts to Toronto carnival or Caribana as it is more commonly known. A did a short video where I answer a few questions you’ve been asking. These are things that work for ME. There are many more things to discuss.
