Rise for Jamaica Benefit Concert: Edmonton Artists Unite to Support Hurricane Melissa Relief Efforts

Star-Studded Lineup Features MelaFrique, Saint & The Full 100 Band, and More – All Proceeds Support Immediate Relief in Jamaica Edmonton, AB – November 6, 2025 – In response to Hurricane Melissa, which devastated Jamaica as a Category 5 storm on October 28, 2025, Edmonton’s music community is coming together for Rise for Jamaica, a special benefit concert on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Union Hall. The event features performances by MelaFrique, Saint & The Full 100 Band, Skystar, Timothy Noel, Crystal Reid, and Mykal Read, with 100% of proceeds going directly to Food for the Poor Jamaica for immediate hurricane relief efforts. About Hurricane Melissa Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Jamaica’s south coast on October 28, 2025, as a Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of 195 mph (314 km/ph). Prime Minister Andrew Holness declared all of Jamaica a disaster area, with entire communities demolished and thousands displaced. “Hurricane Melissa demolished entire Jamaican communities, and thousands of families are facing urgent need for shelter, food, and medical supplies,” said Dominic Reynolds. “This concert is about letting our families back home know they are not alone. Edmonton stands with Jamaica.” The concert is an immediate relief response from the Alberta community, and we will use the opportunity to share further details on the full strategic plan for ongoing support. Event Details Event: Rise for Jamaica – Benefit Concert Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025 Time: Doors open 6:30 PM Venue: Union Hall, 6240 99 St NW, Edmonton, AB Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/rise-for-jamaica-union-hall-tickets/14661933?pl=UnionHall Ages: All ages welcome; bar service for 18+ with valid ID The night will feature reggae, soul, and contemporary Caribbean fusion—a celebration of resilience, unity, and shared cultural heritage. Special Raffle: Win a Trip to Las Vegas The Optimist Club International (Edmonton Chapter) is raffling an all-expense-paid trip to Las Vegas to support the fundraising effort. Raffle tickets will be available at the event [https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/rise-for-jamaica-union-hall-tickets/14661933?pl=UnionHall]. Partners & Supporters Rise for Jamaica is organized under the leadership of the National Black Coalition of Canada – Edmonton Chapter(Canada’s oldest Black-led organization, founded 1969), in partnership with the Jamaica Association of Northern Alberta (Edmonton- JANA), Jamaica Canadian Association of Alberta (Calgary- JCAA), and Optimist Club International (Edmonton Chapter). Supporting partners include MelaFrique, Union Hall, Black Business Edmonton, Alliance, When African Women Talk, Flava Promotions, Think Meet Ups, ReiDefine Wellness and T Found her voice. According to the 2021 Canadian Census, Alberta is home to over 15,000 Jamaican residents, making this a significant mobilization of the diaspora community. How to Support Attend the concert: Purchase tickets at [https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/rise-for-jamaica-union-hall-tickets/14661933?pl=UnionHall] Enter the raffle: Win an all-expense-paid trip to Las Vegas Learn more: Visit riseforjamaica.ca