Within the wake of the catastrophic Class 5 Hurricane Melissa, massive components of Jamaica have been left in ruins. Properties, communities, and livelihoods have been devastated — however the spirit of resilience stays unbroken. Now, Jamaicans at house and overseas are coming collectively to rebuild and restore the island they love.
Jamaica wants us now greater than ever. In response to this nationwide disaster, members of the Jamaican group in Canada have stepped ahead to make a distinction. A few of Canada’s most proficient artists are lending their voices and their hearts to steer “Hope for Jamaica: A Neighborhood Hurricane Aid Live performance” — an evening of unity, therapeutic, and help.
Greater than 30 performers — singers, DJs, musicians, dub poets, MCs, and selectors — will come collectively on one stage to lift funds for Jamaica’s restoration efforts. Featured performers embody Akustix, Alvin Patrick, Blk Orchid, Celena, Com4th, Deemo Matthews, Exco Levi, Fergus Hambleton, J Stvrr, Jazmin Headley, Jimmy Reid, Kairo Mclean, Kay Morris, Lavie Lujah, Lazah Present, Legato, Mavriq Brown, Mel C, Mel Dube, Ms. Letna Allen, Ras Takura, Richie C, Sone G, Steele, Steve Knight, Tasha T, Teshara, Tony Anthony, Tonya P, Treson, Trueace, and Winston Paddy. MCs Danae Peart, Marcia Brown and Sir b. Music by D.J Corey and Joshua Lucas.
The occasion — HOPE FOR JAMAICA — will likely be held below the distinguished patronage of Her Excellency Marsha Coore-Lobban, Excessive Commissioner of Jamaica to Canada, on Thursday, November sixth, on the Jamaican Canadian Affiliation, positioned at 995 Arrow Street, Toronto.
Doorways open at 5 p.m., with showtime at 6 p.m.
Admission: $25.
Visitors can stay up for an unforgettable night stuffed with highly effective performances, vibrant power, and scrumptious Jamaican delicacies — all in help of an important trigger.
For many who can not attend, donations are nonetheless welcome. Each contribution, irrespective of the dimensions, helps rebuild properties, restore communities, and produce hope again to Jamaica.
👉 Donate right here: Hurricane Melissa Aid Fund – Jamaica
All proceeds will go on to the Workplace of Catastrophe Preparedness and Emergency Administration (ODPEM) to help restoration and rebuilding efforts throughout Jamaica.
