Toronto to host ‘Trinbago Festival’ this weekend

Sherrica Thompson

Staff Writer

#Canada, August 26, 2022 – To commemorate the 60th Anniversary of Trinidad and Tobago’s Independence, Toronto will host a free two-day event called the ‘Trinbago Festival.’

The event will take place at the Yonge-Dundas Square on August 27 and 28 from 3 pm. to 8 pm under the theme, ‘Celebrating the Culture, History and Impact of the TT Diaspora in Canada.’

The festival will feature live entertainment and performances reflective of Trinidad and Tobago’s heritage and diversity, food vendors and demonstrations, Carnival mas band pop-ups and other surprises.

The Acting Consul General of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in Toronto, Tracey Ramsubagh-Mannette, said, will bring together the people of the twin republic in Toronto.

“The Trinbago Festival will celebrate us as Trinbagonians and bring us together to showcase our people’s warmth, ingenuity and resilience, the beauty of our twin islands, the vibrance of our culture, and the brilliance of our citizens here who fly our flag high every day,” said Ramsubagh-Mannette.

She added, “We hope that the Festival will also inspire Trinbagonians and both old and new friends to “come home” for an authentic Trinidad and Tobago experience.”

In honour of the staging of the inaugural festival, the CN Tower and 3D Toronto sign at Nathan Phillips Square will both be illuminated in red, black and white on Saturday, August 27.

Trinidad and Tobago will celebrate its 60th independence on Wednesday, August 31.