Montreal Carimas Festival produced by the Caribbean Coalition Network of Montreal
The Caribbean Coalition Network of Montreal (CCNM) accepted to produce Carimas Montreal as a continuation of its commitment to celebrating and promoting Caribbean culture in the city. The festival serves as a platform to showcase the vibrant traditions, music, dance, food, and artistry of the Caribbean community in Montreal. By organizing Carimas, CCNM aims to create opportunities for cultural exchange, foster community pride and unity, empower youth, and celebrate the rich diversity that enriches Montreal's cultural landscape. Additionally, Carimas provides a space for people from all backgrounds to come together, learn from one another, and celebrate the shared heritage and contributions of the Caribbean diaspora to Montreal's multicultural fabric.
Welcome to Carimas Montreal.
About the Caribbean Coalition Network of Montreal
THE CARIBBEAN COALITION NETWORK OF MONTREAL
The Caribbean Coalition Network of Montrea,l which began in 2019, comprises currently of the following: Associations:
1- Antigua and Barbuda Association,
2- Barbados House Montreal,
3- Dominica Island Cultural Association of Montreal,
4 - Guyana Cultural Association of Montreal,
5 - Grenada Nationals Association (GNAM Inc),
6 - Jamaica Association of Montreal
&
7 - St. Vincent and the Grenadines Association
We are dedicated to fostering collaboration, unity, and cultural preservation among Caribbean communities in Montréal. It is formed on the CARICOM model with a focus of bringing together the English speaking islands initially.
In August 2023, the Trinidad and Tobago was added to the Coalition. However, the Trinidad Association could not continue in the Coalition.
Our mission is to promote the Caribbean regions' diverse cultural heritage, amplify its people's voices and contributions, and empower individuals through advocacy, education, and social initiatives. By fostering a sense of pride, solidarity, and mutual support, we aim to enhance the social fabric of Montréal and strengthen the bonds within the Caribbean diaspora.