The Cabinet of Ministers has decided, after several consultations, that Carnival 2022 will be hosted and dubbed ‘The Vaxxed Mas’. Carnival 2022 in Saint Lucia is based on approval from the Ministry of Health according to existing protocols.
The aim for The Vaxxed Mas is to create a bubble to ensure the safety of everyone involved; the general public and carnival patrons alike. Everyone participating, revellers, patrons, support staff and service providers must be fully vaccinated.
Dr Ernest Hilaire, Minister for Tourism, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture and Information says that as a Carnival enthusiast himself, it is important to build on the hard work and dedication that started by the people who brought carnival to where it is now.
“We have to ensure that we preserve the health of Saint Lucia while creating an economic activity for our people to benefit from,” Dr Hilaire says.
With Carnival being a major part of Tourism in Saint Lucia, it brings in thousands of visitors to the island. Dr Hilare says that a lot of people use the Carnival season to showcase their talents and it is even more important after the two-year hiatus to encourage them to continue doing so.
While Carnival will not take place in its usual form, every measure possible is being taken to ensure it keeps its true spirit.
Strict protocols and guidelines will be implemented and further plans will be announced at a later date to ensure the safety of everyone for Carnival 2022.
