Get ready for a day filled with deliciousness at the Grand River Friendship Society Food Festival on February 9, 2025, from 11 AM to 6 PM! This event is all about celebrating community and sharing the love. Our amazing volunteer women have prepared a wide variety of homemade Turkish dishes, all made with care and...
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As part of YANKI Magazine’s 2nd Anniversary, we are thrilled to announce the winners of our Best Articles and Designs of the Year Awards! 📚✨ Your creativity, dedication, and hard work have left us inspired and proud to have such talent in our community. 🥇 To our incredible winners: Your articles and designs didn’t just...
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As part of YANKI Magazine’s 2nd Anniversary, we are beyond excited to announce the winners of our Photography Contest! 📷🌟 Your breathtaking captures and creative perspectives have truly inspired and united us as a community. 🥇 To our talented winners: Your photos are more than just images—they tell stories, evoke emotions, and celebrate the beauty...
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As part of YANKI Magazine’s 2nd Anniversary, we are overjoyed to announce the winners of our Drawing Contest! 🖌🌟 Your incredible talent and creativity have inspired everyone in our community and beyond. 🥇 To our amazing winners: You poured your hearts into your art, and it showed! We are so proud to celebrate your work...
Today, on International Day of Education, we honor the transformative power of knowledge. Education is a fundamental human right, as recognized by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, fostering dignity, equality, and societal progress. 📚✨ In Islam, education holds a sacred place, seen as a divine duty and an act of worship. It nurtures personal...
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Last night, we celebrated YANKI Magazine’s 2nd Anniversary with a night filled with joy, connection, and inspiration. On our journey to shape our future with our own values, we gathered with our readers to share the emotions that define our culture and shape our way of thinking. The evening was unforgettable: 🎭 A captivating theater...
Yesterday, we had an amazing time at our second cooking class where 32 participants came together to explore the rich flavors of Tatar cuisine! 🥟 We made uchpuchmak, a delicious pastry filled with meat, potatoes, and onions, and learned about its cultural significance. This gathering wasn’t just about food—it was about creating connections, sharing stories,...
What an unforgettable evening we shared at the Grand River Friendship Society! YANKI Magazine celebrated two amazing years of connection, creativity, and storytelling, bringing together an incredible community of friends and supporters. 🌟 From heartfelt performances to inspiring moments on stage, every second was a testament to the power of unity and love. 💖 Let’s...
Join us for an unforgettable evening of empowerment, culture, and connection! Date: February 15, 2025 Time: 6 PM – 9 PM Location: Conrad Grebel University College, 140 Westmount Rd N, Waterloo, ON What to Expect: 🎵 Uplifting music and cultural dances 🤝 Inspiring talks on the power of women supporting women 🍴 Delicious Turkish snacks...
Migration and adapting to new homelands have been significant challenges throughout history, and they remain relevant today. Together with esteemed scholar Reşit Haylamaz, we will explore how the lessons of Islamic history—particularly the transformative experiences from the Age of Bliss—can guide us in navigating modern challenges of integration and coexistence. Let’s come together to rediscover...
