
It was a dazzling and fiercely competitive parade featuring 41 stunning costumes that ignited the enthusiasm of the packed stands at Scarborough Town Centre on a Sunday afternoon, extending into the early evening. Taking the coveted title of Junior Queen was Toronto Reveller’s Myauna King-Thomas, captivating the crowd in her enchanting ‘Belle of the Ball’ costume, inspired by the band’s theme of ‘It’s Showtime.’ Meanwhile, the Junior King title was claimed by Tribal’s Amari Bowen-Otchere, who mesmerized the audience with his expert portrayal of ‘Brokan The Last Dragon,’ inspired by the band’s theme of ‘Once Upon a Time.’
Mischka Crichton, CEO of the Festival Management Committee, expressed her joy at witnessing the young participants embrace their cultural heritage on stage. She emphasized the significance of the event in showcasing and celebrating Caribbean culture, reinforcing the importance of passing it down to future generations. “I am delighted to see the diversity in our schools today, but we must also remember and include those kids whose voices are not always heard. This event not only commemorates our freedom from slavery but also ensures that our rich culture will thrive for years to come.”
The parade showcased a breathtaking array of intricately designed costumes, each weaving a unique narrative around its theme. The dedication and creativity of the costume creators were evident in every piece. The contestants were evaluated on various criteria, including visual impact, creativity, authenticity, craftsmanship, clarity of theme, and presentation, all vying for an enticing cash prize.
Other results include:
Junior KIng
2nd Place – Toronto Revellers – London Christmas-Espinet – Black Boy Joy: A Tribute to Miles Morales
3rd Place – E.P.I.C Carnival – Jalil Vincent Rampersad – Passion of Vengeance
4th Place – Carnival Nationz – Joanan Prince Cage Duncan – El Toro – The Matador
Junior Queen
2nd Place – Carnival Nationz – Sadie Murphy – Welcome to Venice Carnival
3rd Place – Saldenah Mas-K Club – Nyah Agyeman – Queen of Pan
4th Place – Sublime Mas – Sylena Marshall – Atargatis the Siren-Mermaid
Junior Female Individual – Under 16
1st Place – Carnival Nationz – J’Naya Ryan – Queen of the African Dancer
2nd Place – Saldenah Mas-K Club – Arihana Mia Galati – Medusa Unmasked
3rd Place – Toronto Revellers – Amayah John – Princess of Egypt
Junior Male Individual – Under 16
1st Place – Toronto Revellers – Marquee St. Louis – Namor
2nd Place – Carnival Nationz – Kashton Prince Washington -De Spirit of the Witch Doctor
Junior Female Individual – 6 – 10 yrs old
1st Place – Saldenah Mas-K Club – Amaya Gopaul – Frozen Snow Queen Elsa
2nd Place – Tribal – Adria La Pierre – Red Riding Hood
3rd Place – E.P.I.C. – Jaylee Augustee – Passion for Fashion
Junior Male Individual – 6-10 yrs old
1st Place – Carnival Nationz – Christopher Elahie – Tenryu-ji The great temple of the heavenly dragon
2nd Place – Tribal – Nahzi Bailey – Jack and the Beanstalk
3rd Place – Fantazia Carnival – Jhassan Webster-Oliver – The Unicorn
Junior Female Individual – 0-5 yrs old
1st Place – Carnival Nationz – Averie Arthur – Namibia Princess, African Fan Dancer
2nd Place – Saldenah Mas-K Club – Zevana Dasque – Unmasked Sunshine
3rd Place – Toronto Revellers – Kaliyah Luscombe-Trotman – Red Carpet
Junior Male Individual 0-5 yrs old
1st Place – Carnival Nationz – Caelian Pascal – Rhythms Dance of the Congo Man
2nd Place – Saldenah Mas-K Club – Kai-Nai Jordan-Tafari
3rd Place – Carnival Nationz – Solomon McNiven – The Li’l Scotsman
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