October Camps – Recap
October 29, 20250
This October, we hosted a series of youth camps bringing together students from middle school to high school — all filled with laughter, learning, and connection. From reading circles and...
We are launching a knitting workshop to make winter gift packs for our unhoused neighbours. Thursdays: Nov 6, 13, 20 • 11:30 AM–1:00 PM Location: GRFS We’ll make: scarves, hats,...
Indigenous & Newcomers Gathering
October 27, 20250
On October 24th, our youth had a wonderful opportunity to join the Indigenous and Newcomers Gathering organized by Hope Engel. It was an inspiring evening filled with connection, learning, and...
On October 23, we were honored to host Izzy Li, Newcomer Gender-Based Violence Legal Advocate from the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region. Izzy provided an informative presentation for...
We open our 2025–26 Read & Watch Series with a warm, welcoming circle on women, identity, and becoming—why who we are (and who we’re becoming) matters for our dreams, dignity,...
Breakfast of Belonging
October 22, 20250
Today, as Grand River Friendship Society, we had a wonderful breakfast gathering with the Uyghur community. We would like to sincerely thank Gulshen Abdukadir for inviting and warmly hosting us....
Diwali with Our Neighbours
October 21, 20250
Diwali reminds us that light overcomes darkness and that community grows when we show up for one another. Yesterday evening, representatives of the Grand River Friendship Society visited the Brahmarishi...
Join us for a welcoming, practical “Know Your Rights” session with Izzy Li, Newcomer Gender-Based Violence Legal Advocate from the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region (SASC). Wednesday, 22...
Remembering M.Fethullah Gülen
October 20, 20250
On October 18, the first anniversary of his passing, our community gathered to honor Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi—remembering a life dedicated to knowledge, education, and serving humanity. His example reminds us...
Friendship & Gratitude Night
October 19, 20250
A heart-warming October 17 gathering at the Grand River Friendship Society brought neighbours, newcomers, seniors, and friends together to celebrate gratitude—the glue that strengthens community and deepens our sense of...