Thousands participated at the 47th annual Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival in Toronto on Saturday, August 2, 2014.
Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival participants perform in Toronto on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014J.P. Moczulski/The Globe and Mail
The three week festival culminated with its annual parade Saturday.J.P. Moczulski/The Globe and Mail
The parade, commonly known as Caribana, drew thousands to the Exhibition Place and Lake Shore Boulevard.Victor Biro/The Canadian Press
Revelers make their way down Lakeshore Blvd during the parade.J.P. Moczulski/The Globe and Mail
The annual parade, now in its 47th year, showcases many elaborate and colourful costumes.Victor Biro/The Canadian Press
The event typically bustles with colourful costumes, upbeat music and dancing in the streets.Victor Biro/The Canadian Press
Thousands danced along Lakeshore Blvd. in costume.Victor Biro/The Canadian Press
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford participates in the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival in Toronto.Victor Biro/The Canadian Press
World Wide Carnival costume designer Matthew Veloza performs for judges.Victor Biro/The Canadian Press