On October 20, 2026, Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) brought community members from across Waterloo Region together for The Gratitude Table, an evening of shared food, meaningful conversation, and reflection...
Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Lead AI & Machine Learning Instructor to join The Algorhythm, our free youth artificial intelligence education program, for a...
Heartfelt Condolences Following the CFB Wainwright Tragedy
October 19, 20260
Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) joins Canadians across the country in mourning the tragic loss of four Canadian Armed Forces members following a devastating fire at Canadian Forces Base (CFB)...
Happy Thanksgiving
October 10, 20260
This Thanksgiving, we pause with gratitude for the people who make our community stronger, kinder, and more connected. At Grand River Friendship Society, we are thankful for our families, volunteers,...
The Fall 2026 football season of Football for Learning: Newcomer Youth Education & Empowerment Program is officially underway. Led by Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS), the 12-week Fall program has...
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Grand River Friendship Society (@grfsociety) The Fall 2026 term of Football for Learning: Newcomer Youth Education & Empowerment Program...
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30, 20260
A Time to Learn, Listen and Reflect Each year on September 30, Canada observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, honouring residential school Survivors, remembering the children who never...
GRFS Summer School 2026: Learning, Creativity and Friendship
September 25, 20260
Six weeks of learning, creativity, STEM, sports, special activities and friendship made GRFS Summer School 2026 a memorable summer experience for children.
SportChek VIP Program Helps GRFS Families Access More Affordable Sports and Everyday Essentials
September 16, 20260
Grand River Friendship Society is grateful to SportChek for providing GRFS with access to its 2026 VIP Promotion, creating another meaningful opportunity to support children, youth, and families connected with...
Do A Favour Youth Leadership Program Is Now Live
September 12, 20262
The Do A Favour online hub is now live, connecting Waterloo Region youth in Grades 6–12 with community projects, mentorship, leadership development, volunteer hours, and recognition.