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Jamaican Canadian Cultural Association of BC
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Grenadian Cultural Association of BC
The Grenadian Cultural Association of BC (GCABC) was incorporated on July 21, 1998. Its aims and objectives are:
- to develop and maintain a sense of unity among Grenadian in BC to act as a resource for Grenadians in BC
- to promote awareness of Grenada within the community
Brief history of Grenada
Grenada is an island in the Caribbean, located at the southern end of the Grenadine Island chain. The
state of Grenada consists of three islands: the larger, Grenada, the smaller, Carriacou and the smallest,
Petite Martinique. Together, they comprise 348.5 square kilometers (134.6 sq mi), with a population of
112,523 (2020). The capital of Grenada is St. George.
Grenada is known as the Isle of Spice because of its prolific supply of nutmeg, cinnamon and other
spices.
Grenada was first inhabited by the Caribs and Arawaks, indigenous peoples from South America. In
1498, Christopher Columbus spotted Grenada. Europeans arrived thereafter and disagreements and
resistance from the indigenous people followed. They were eradicated and some jumped to their deaths
over the cliffs at the north of the island rather than be subjected to the Europeans.
Frequent scuffles took place between the French and the English over attempts to colonize the island.
Grenada changed hands 14 times before coming under British rule in 1763 from the Treaty of Paris.
British rule continued until 1974, except for a brief French takeover between 1779 and 1783.
Grenada gained its independence on 7 February 1974 under the leadership of Eric Gairy, who became
the first Prime Minister of Grenada. The new country became a member of the Commonwealth, with
Queen Elizabeth as Head of State. In March 1979, the New Jewel Movement overthrew Gairy’s
government in a bloodless coup and established the People’s Revolutionary Government (PRG), headed
by Maurice Bishop as Prime Minister. In 1983, Bishop was arrested and executed by members of the
People’s Revolutionary Army, prompting a U.S.-led invasion in October 1983. Since then, the island has
returned to a parliamentary representative democracy and has remained politically stable.
Official Tourism Website
Message from the President, Kenyo Alexander
Welcome to the Grenada Cultural Association of British Columbia. Our community is dedicated to preserving our vibrant traditions, promoting cultural awareness, and connecting Grenadians and friends of Grenada across BC. Whether you're interested in music, dance, cuisine, or history, we offer events and programs for everyone. Join us in fostering unity and pride in our cultural roots while embracing the diversity of our beautiful community. As President, I invite you to explore and celebrate with us the rich cultural heritage of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique. Together, we can keep our culture alive and thriving in British Columbia!
Charitable Donations: Some Past recipients
Covenant House: Vancouver, BC
Vancouver Co-op Radio: Vancouver, BC
Boca Secondary School (Grenada)
Princess Alice Hospital (Grenada)
Christian Education Centre (Grenada)
Executive Members
President: Kenyo Alexander
Vice President: Claudia Modeste
Treasurer:
Secretary: Ramona Cruickshank
Past President: Monifa Ayinde
Director: Janette Elibaccus
Director: Karlan Modeste
Director: Karen Griffith-Henry
Membership
Membership shall consist of the following:
Membership is open to people of all nationalities, colour and creeds. This is similar to what one would expect to find in the makeup of the people of Grenada, and in many other islands of the Caribbean..
Full membership - shall be open to anyone 18 years of age and over and their dependents that are willing to observe the principles of the Association.
Youth Membership -shall be open to anyone under eighteen years of age who has paid the youth membership fee, but such youth member may not vote at a general meeting, but may vote as a committee member. shall be open to those 18 years and older who are not eligible for full membership and who are willing to observe and accept the guiding principles of the Association.
Prospective members will be admitted only upon written application. Each application must be endorsed by a member of the Association, in good standing, and will be filed with the Secretary.
Membership Fees
Full Single Members shall pay an annual fee of $30.00.
Family Members (two adults and their children under the age of 18) shall pay an annual fee of $50.00.
Youth members (under the age of 18) shall pay an annual fee of $10.00.
Fees are subject to change.
Meetings
Meetings are currently held on the third Friday of each month (except for July and August) on Zoom and
in-person. The venue of in-person meetings will be communicated to members by email.
Yearly Events
• Independence Gala - includes dinner, cultural performances and dance
• GrenFest – Grenada Food Festival
• Summer Family Picnic
• Grenada Tea and Fashion Show
Contact Us
Mailing address: #309-1190 Pipeline Road, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7T9
Phone: 604-942-9618 and 604-802-6051
E-mail address:
Website: gcabc.org
Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC
For more information about our Cultural Association, please visit our Official Website
Canadian Haitian Cultural Association of BC
Reach us through our website : https://chca-bc.org/board
Or by email
Our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CHCABC/
Our Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/chcabc/
President, Luc Charlemagne
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Cultural Society of BC
For more information of St. Vincent Grenadines, please visit the official Government Website
St. Kitts/Nevis Cultural Association of BC
The St. Kitts/Nevis Cultural Assoication of BC is dedicated to serving our Community.
To find out more, you may wish to visit the Official Government Website
Saint Kitts and Nevis officially the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, is an island country in the West Indies. Located in the Leeward Islands chain of the Lesser Antilles, it is the smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere, in both area and population, as well as the world's smallest sovereign federation. The country is a Commonwealth Realm, with Elizabeth II as Queen and head of state. It is the only sovereign federation in the Caribbean.
The capital city is Basseterre, located on the larger island of Saint Kitts. Basseterre is also the main port for both passenger entry (via cruise ships) and cargo. The smaller island of Nevis lies approximately 3 km (2 mi) to the southeast of Saint Kitts, across a shallow channel called The Narrows.
The British dependency of Anguilla was historically also a part of this union, which was then known collectively as Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla. However, Anguilla chose to secede from the union and remains a British overseas territory.
Saint Kitts and Nevis were among the first islands in the Caribbean to be colonised by Europeans. Saint Kitts was home to the first British and French Caribbean colonies, and thus has also been titled "The Mother Colony of the West Indies". It is also the most recent British territory in the Caribbean to become independent, gaining independence in 1983.
Guyanese Canadian Cultural Association of BC
Our association is dedicated to serving our native land, our members and the community at large in British Columbia.
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Or, find out a little more about our history, below.
Barbados Cultural Association of BC
The Barbados Cultural Association of BC (BCABC) was formed when like-minded expatriates of Barbados addressed the absence of a formal forum for the exchange of cultural ideas among themselves, and with others who share an interest in the cultural affairs of Barbadians.
Membership
Membership is open to the general public
Website
www.barbadosbc.ca
Executive
President: Renita Drakes -
Vice President: Sharon Shreeves -
Secretary: Nerissa Allen -
Treasurer: Natasha Campbell -
Directors (Members at Large): Clavia Alleyne & Roger Moore
Immediate Past President: Raphael Drakes
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 33504
Surrey, BC V3T 5R5
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