About us
Cariwest is one of Edmonton’s most colorful and vibrant festivals! Introduced more than 30 years ago in Edmonton , by the Western Carnival Development Association (WCDA),Cariwest provides a platform through which to share popular Caribbean music, cuisine and carnival culture to Western Canada.
The 2020 Cariwest Festival will take place August 7 - 9, in downtown Edmonton! The 3-day event includes a Friday Night Costume Extravaganza, a Saturday parade carnival parade with the Caribbean Village, inclusive of live entertainment, taste of the Caribbean and the Caribbean Village Marketplace.
Our Team
Western Carnival Development Association Board of Directors
Anna Edwards
President, Mas Band LiasonSamantha Alexander
VP, Marketing DirectorJantony Kellman
TreasurerJulianna Cormier
SecretaryLisa Edwards
Director - Caribbean VillageDamion Lindo
Director - ParadeGreg Davis
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Western Carnival Development Association Directors at Large
Lola Balogun
Special Events / Sponsorship CoordinatorAlexis Reid
Volunteer CoordinatorAqeel Ali
Caribbean Village / Parade CoordinatorThalia Edwards
Special Events CoordinatorAlan Reid
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