Meet Our Executive Team

The BCOCCA Executive Team is dedicated to uniting and empowering Caribbean associations across British Columbia. Comprised of experienced leaders from diverse Caribbean nations, the team brings together a wealth of knowledge, cultural insight, and community-focused vision.

Our executives guide BCOCCA’s initiatives in advocacy, cultural preservation, community development, and partnership building, ensuring the organization remains a strong and respected voice for Caribbean communities in BC.

Name & RoleCountryEmail

Yolande Gaymes 

President

St. Vincent and the Grenadines             

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Gary Whynter 

Vice-President

Jamaica This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Kenyo Alexandre

Treasurer

Grenada This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Berrita Carter-Wellington            

Secretary

Jamaica This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Robert Gabriel

Director. 

Grenada This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Colin Orie

Director

Trinidad & Tobago  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Edward Morrissey

Director

Antigua and Barbuda .                    This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Marilyn Perrin

Director

Trinidad and Tobago This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Past President

Name & Role   Country                                                     Email
Neville Thomas                               Antigua and Barbuda This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Together, this team works collaboratively to advance BCOCCA’s mission of fostering unity, celebrating heritage, and supporting the Caribbean community throughout British Columbia.