Caribbean Carnival
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Did you know the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, formerly known as Caribana, is a festival of Caribbean culture and traditions held each summer in the city of Toronto?
This Caribbean tradition of parading through the street was founded in celebration of freedom and emancipation from slavery and is appropriately celebrated on what has been recognized by the Canadian government as Emancipation Day weekend.
The Township of Russell has many families from caribbean descent. With the support of the Community, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, we encourage you to learn more about Caribbean history, culture, and arts.