The 2022 festival also contributed more than 3,300 direct jobs. It also contributed around $465 million to Ontario's GDP.
The parade will feature thousands of colourful costumes worn by participants and the sounds of steelpan drums.
Masahda Lochan-Aristide could not be more excited to be walking the parade with her family for the first time."It's a celebration of freedom ... of emancipation ... rooted in the freedom of slaves who were brought over to Trinidad," she said. Lochan-Aristide, of Trinidadian descent, and her sisters will be wearing turquoise Princess Jasmine inspired outfits filled with diamonds and sparkles.Each outfit takes hours to make.
Now the event manager for the Ontario Steelpan Association, Rodriguez says she's honoured to pass on the traditions to the next generation. "Anyone can learn to play a steel pan. Anyone can learn to put on a costume ... how to make the costume. There is no limit or door that is closed," she said.Festival brings millions of dollars, thousands of jobs"This festival is particularly important to Caribbean and Black businesses, because it's really an opportunity for ... the Carnival to showcase them," said Mischka Crichton, CEO of Toronto Caribbean Carnival.
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