Originally founded and developed by Lynnette Kissoon several years ago, East Meets West was created to celebrate and explore the connections between East Indian and West Indian cultures through food, music, traditions, storytelling and shared experiences.

After a bit of a hiatus, we’re excited to welcome Lynnette to the Caribbean Hub team and work alongside her to bring East Meets West back with additional organizational support and resources. And thanks to support from Canadian Heritage, East Meets West will return in December.

Save the date — more details coming soon!

Something new is coming to Surrey…

Daybreak Fest is bringing a taste of J’ouvert to Surrey in 2027 — a full day and night of Caribbean music, culture and Carnival energy.

This event is set to become our second-largest event next to i-Land Fest!

April 24, 2027 | Cloverdale Agriplex

International artists and more programming details will be revealed soon.

Interested in being part of Daybreak Fest? Artist opportunities, vendor applications and other ways to get involved are also coming soon.

Stay tuned — this is just the beginning.

Soca Therapy in Surrey!

As Caribbean Hub continues to grow beyond Vancouver Island, we’re excited to begin building more connections and community on the Mainland. And we’re kicking things off with our first Caribbean Hub event in Surrey — Soca Therapy!

Join us for a night of soca music, Caribbean rhythms and island vibes with DJ Cabin Fever and DJ Kenyon keeping you moving all night.

Early bird tickets are on sale now!

SocaFit Every Monday

Join us every Monday at 6:30 PM (excluding holidays) for Soca Fit at the Black & Here Centre, 1327 Douglas Street!

Come ready to move, sweat and enjoy the energy of soca music and community.

And there’s more coming — we’re working on adding Friday Soca Fit classes! Stay tuned for more details soon.

Read our new Community Safety, Harassment & Safeguarding Policy

We created this policy to establish clear expectations around respectful behaviour, consent and boundaries, harassment and inappropriate conduct, and how concerns can be reported and addressed.

It applies across our community — from participants and volunteers to staff, contractors, performers, vendors, partners and guests.

Community. Respect. Safety. We all have a role to play!

Partner With Caribbean Hub in 2027

We’re already planning for 2027, with i-Land Fest, Soca Train, Daybreak Fest and a growing lineup of events, programs and community initiatives ahead.

We’re looking to connect with businesses, entrepreneurs and organizations interested in sponsorship and partnership opportunities — whether you want to promote your brand, connect with our community, support a specific event or invest in Caribbean Hub’s work throughout the year.

We have sponsorship opportunities available for individual events as well as broader operational partnerships.

Interested in exploring a partnership?

Contact Caleb at caleb@caribbeanhub.ca or Ali at ali@caribbeanhub.ca to learn more about available opportunities and find the right fit.

Creating Welcoming Sport & Recreation Spaces for Everyone

Join us for an in-person community event on October 15 at 5:00 PM at the Intercultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA), 808 Douglas Street #102, Victoria.

The evening will include a screening of Sidelined: The Color of the Game, followed by a facilitated discussion exploring experiences supporting newcomers in sport and recreation and how we can address discrimination and create more welcoming spaces for everyone. Dinner is included.

Interested in attending? RSVP HERE.

AHAVI Youth Council Sunday Drop-Ins

The AHAVI Youth Council is inviting youth of African and African descent to come together, meet one another and build connections across our different cultures and communities.

It’s a chance to talk about the issues affecting young people and our communities, share ideas, learn from each other and start building stronger networks of support.

Follow their Instagram page for all the latest info!

Have a Renovation or Property Project?

You pay for the materials. The labour could be FREE.

Fusion Rise is looking for eligible renovation, repair, maintenance and construction projects through its workforce training program.

Have something you've been meaning to get done? Your project could qualify for labour at no cost—you cover the materials—while providing real-world skilled-trades experience and helping build pathways to employment.

Have a project? See if it qualifies HERE.

Supporting the Goldiet Family

Our community is mourning the sudden passing of Mary Goldiet, a longtime community member and the wife of William Goldiet, President of the African Heritage Association of Vancouver Island (AHAVI).

Mary was a mother of five and spent many years supporting our community and advocating for human rights in Canada and Lebanon. Her passing leaves a tremendous loss for her family and those who knew her.

Community members are coming together to support the Goldiet family during this difficult time, and fundraising options have been set up for anyone who would like to contribute.

If you are able, please consider donating and supporting the family.