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TORONTO CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL “FACE OF THE FESTIVAL” NADELLE TO TOUR MAS CAMPS



TORONTO, ONT (July 3, 2019) – Nadelle, the “Face of the Festival” for the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, is set to visit with the mas camps of the participating bands in this year’s festival. Nadelle will tour the carnival headquarters of each group to engage with band leaders, section leaders, volunteers, and community members.

The mas camp—the gathering place for leaders, designers, and supporters of each masquerade band—is the hub of activity during the carnival season. Traditionally located in industrial areas of the city (the majority of which are in Scarborough), the warehouse/showroom spaces house costume materials, are the location for special events throughout the summer, and serve as a meeting place to build momentum and plan for the season.

“Volunteering at mas camps during the summer is a part of my yearly routine,” said Nadelle, who has enjoyed her role helping to recruit and coordinate (for junior carnival in particular) over the years. “I look forward to this tour and being able to experience each band’s personality and the unique elements they bring to the carnival.”

In the past, Nadelle has worked with many of the bands, interacting with the teams to ensure their costumes had reasonable options or that they would be willing to make accommodations for those who required modifications based on comfort or size.

“The bands in Toronto have been supportive of #everyBODYplayahmas over the years and have made efforts to include full-figured models in their band launches,” said Nadelle. “I hope to have the opportunity to personally thank the band leaders and section leaders for being inclusive.”

As the “Face of the Festival,” Nadelle will be present at all official Toronto Carnival events, endorsing the festival for the weeks leading up to the parade on August 3. She will also continue to spread the messaging of #everyBODYplayahmas along the way.

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