On November 14, 2025, Nevis Island welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Canada-Caribbean Seasonal Agricultural Workers Programme (CCSAWP) Annual Review Meeting. Premier the Honourable Mark Brantley and Minister of Labour the Honourable Spencer Brand hosted the delegates, who explored the island’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. The visit included a tour of the Nevisian Heritage Village, where delegates were treated to traditional performances by student Masqueraders and drummers, as well as freshly baked stone oven bread. The delegation comprised high-profile figures such as His Excellency Samuel Berridge, High Commissioner for St. Kitts and Nevis to Canada, representatives from the Canadian government, Labour Ministers from Jamaica, Grenada, and Dominica, and officials from Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Minister Brand expressed his delight in showcasing Nevisian culture and cuisine, emphasizing the importance of strengthening the longstanding partnership between Canada and the Caribbean. The CCSAWP, a nearly six-decade-old initiative, has been instrumental in providing Caribbean workers with employment opportunities in Canada’s agricultural sector, benefiting both regions. High Commissioner Berridge underscored the programme’s role in fostering mutual benefits, while Steven West of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) praised the invaluable contributions of Caribbean workers to Canadian agriculture and food security. The delegates also visited Hydro Gardens, Bath Hot Springs, and Pinney’s Beach, making their stay a blend of cultural immersion and leisure.
Premier and Minister of Labour Host Canada-Caribbean Seasonal Agricultural Workers Programme Delegates for a Day in Nevis
