Jamaica’s 60th independence anniversary coming up

The celebrations will take place under the “Reigniting a Nation For Greatness” theme. With the occasion, both Jamaica and Canada will organise year-long events inviting people to join and discover the Jamaican rich and unique traditional and cultural heritage.

 

Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism for Jamaica, declared:

“The Jamaica 60 theme is ‘Reigniting a Nation For Greatness,’ and we encourage all Jamaicans living in Canada to come home to the island this year. We want all Jamaicans to rediscover their roots and reignite their passion for Jamaican culture. Celebrations and preparations in Jamaica and Canada are in high gear and the excitement couldn’t be more palpable.”

Canadian events to follow:

• Bob Marley One Love Experience in Toronto (ending September 5)
• Jamaica Lights (starting on August 6 and August 8)
• Jamaica 60 flag raising ceremonies: Toronto City Hall (July 31), Markham (August 5), Mississauga (August 5), Oshawa (August 5), London (August 5), Brampton (August 6) and Hamilton City Hall (August 7).
• Jamaican Canadian Association’s Annual Jamaica Independence and Anniversary Gala in Toronto (August 13)
• The Life and Legacy of Marcus Garvey movie in Toronto and Brampton (August 13 and 14)
• Flow 98.7 FM Fly Away to Jamaica campaign (August 14 - 21)
• Falla Fashun fashion show in Toronto (August 21)
• Sinting Fest on Eglinton West (August 26 - 28)
• Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation’s Jamrock Annual Gala (October 21), also in Toronto

“In Canada, we are particularly proud to announce our Jamaica Lights activations when Canadian landmarks from coast to coast will light up in Jamaican colours as a tribute for our Diamond Anniversary. This is one of our signature events for this year, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share our pride across Canada”, added the Regional Director of Jamaica Tourist Board Canada, Angella Bennett.

Simultaneously, festive events in Jamaica will feature Reggae Sumfest, Jamaica Dream WKND and MoBay Jerk & Food Festival, as well as Special Jamaica 60 Offers including Jamaica 60 Sweet Deals & Specials and Couples Resorts’ “Join the Jubilee!” Offer.

Jamaica was recognised by the WTA with the World’s Leading Family Destination award.

 

Source: breakingtravelnews.com