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ARLANNA LEWIS (maiden name at birth) Canadian-born.
Miss Lewis formerly Mrs. Alie (former marital surname 'Alie' in past marriage, now Divorced).
Former name: "Mrs. Arlanna Alie" (formerly known as).
EMPRESS ARLANNA of CANADA (stage name)
Born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in the 1970's. Lives in Markham, (York Region), Ontario.
MISS ARLANNA LEWIS is a Canadian-born individual.
Arlanna Lewis is Canadian.
Arlanna Lewis and her Sister Alisa, the only two siblings, were both born in CANADA, born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Dog-care provider, Fur-Sitter, Animal Enthusiast, Bird-watcher, enjoys Horseback riding.
Heritage and Ancestry: Trinidadian Parents (Canadian citizens, residents since 1970 & '71) were born in Trinidad and Tobago between the 1940's and 1950's.
Arlanna Lewis was the first-born,
the Eldest one of 2 daughters of their parents: Mother DEANNE LEWIS and late Father DILLON E.N LEWIS (deceased in 2024), living in Markham, Ontario since the '80's, previously originally lived in Toronto since 1970.
Arlanna Lewis is the older sister of Canadian-born Alisa Lewis (Folk Dancer, past M.C. of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival Festival Parade, Social Worker Graduate), both of whom were born in Toronto, and grew up in Markham. Alisa Lewis (Arlanna's sister) - Alisa was also subsequently known for her career growth from her studies at Western University, London, Ontario (UWO) and the University of Toronto, having earned a Master of Social Work degree, working with children and families.
Arlanna Lewis graduated from the University of Toronto (UofT, U of T), having earned a B.A. Bachelor of Arts degree. Post-graduate studies included a Health Care Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certification and an Ontario Security Licence.
Virtual Teacher, Instructor, Canadian News Journalist Reporter for Canada's Largest Cultural Newspaper, Radio Show Hostess,
Karaoke M.C. Stage Performer, Dancer,
Drummer Percussionist Musician
Played in Rhythm Sections and Engine Rooms of Steelbands / Steel Bands,
Instructed Children and Adults in drumming circles, educational workshops and lessons on how to play djembes, congas, iron, blocks, and percussive instruments.
Leader of DRUM TIME CANADA Team-building Activities at Summer Camps and Workplaces
Founder of the DrumForCancer.com Healing Concept "Drumming towards a Cure" web-site: offline, temporarily discontinued since 2020.
Canadian role model Arlanna Lewis is recognized as the first youngest Black Canadian-born Woman (Female) Candidate to have run for office as a City Councillor Candidate representing Ward 18 in the 1997 Toronto Municipal Government Elections and first ever MegaCity amalgamation (refer to the City of Toronto Elections Results '97 Ontario web-site on Google AI search of "Arlanna Lewis").
Past M.C. of Canadian-Caribbean Festival Competitions
Crowned Junior Queen of the Bands in Caribana 1992
Childhood performing Dancer member of S.C.Y.D.E.
Historically, became a percussionist participant in Toronto's PAN ALIVE Panorama with AFROPAN Steelband
Recognized as the creator of: The ARLANNA TV NETWORK "ArlannaTV" on YouTube
ARLANNA.com Communications Inc.
DrumTimeCanada.com
STEELPANCANADA.COM also on YouTube.
SteelPanCanada provides information about where to find other groups that are offering steel pan (steelpan) classes and private lessons across Toronto.
Professional Musical Performing Arts Entertainment Events Booking Agent for Schools, Sports Stadiums, Weddings, Church / Family Celebrations, Concerts of Community Services Organizations, Toronto Festivals, Birthday Parties at clients' own Household Homes, Public Restaurants and Patio Lounges.
Contact Booking E-mail: SteelPanCanada@gmail.com
Or Primary E-mail: ARLANNA@ARLANNA.COM
Founder and Manager of:
http://www.ARLANNA.com
http://www.DrumTimeCanada.com
http://www.SteelPanCanada.com
http://www.youtube.com/ArlannaTV
http://www.ArlannaTV.com
https://whensteeltalks.ning.com/members/arlannalewis
