Our People
Who we are:
Ethnik Festivals is a community-based organization that strives to create a platform for Afro Canadian/ Caribbean individuals, groups and collective creators to showcase their unique cultural identities to communities throughout all of Canada. We are people of vision, a dynamic organization and curators of the stories and cultural messages of Afro-Canadian traditions. We believe that sharing art can create opportunities to improve the quality of life and wellness of the members of our community.
Our Vision:
To showcase and share the richness of our artistic traditions and empower people to find their own cultural voice.
Our Mission:
Creating dynamic cultural spaces and platforms to celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
EF Team

Olanrewaju Ajayi
Founder/ Artistic & Creative Director

Olufikayo Balogun
Human Resources & Administration

Diella Ocran
Community Engagement & Outreach Lead
EF Board of Directors

Olasunmbo Durosola
Chairman

Adejumoke Olatunde
Director

Oluwadamilola Awoniyi
Director

Alaba Onitiri
Director

Oluwatosin Salako
Director

Dr. Kayode Oloniyo
Director

Olufikayo Balogun
Director

Oladayo Oni
Director

Leah Nicholson
Director