February is a time to honor, celebrate, and reflect on the rich history, achievements, and contributions of Black Canadians who have shaped our communities and our country. From historic trailblazers like Viola Desmond and Lincoln Alexander to the artists, innovators, and neighbors.. Black excellence continues to inspire us all. At Grand River Friendship Society, we...
On Thursday night, the 22nd of January, as Grand River Friendship Society, we had the pleasure of visiting one of the guest houses of Grassroots Response of Ukrainian Crisis. We were warmly welcomed and had the opportunity to spend a lovely evening together, sharing dinner and getting to know one another. It was a truly...
As Grand River Friendship Society, we are happy to share that on January 20, we made another donation to the Pregnancy Center. Giving back to our community through regular donations brings us great joy, and our connection with the Pregnancy Center means a lot to us. This time, our donation included children’s clothing, toys, baby...
You are warmly invited to a community gathering in collaboration with the Uyghur community. What to expect: A general information session delivered by Public Health A friendly coffee meetup and open conversation An opportunity to connect, share, and strengthen our community This event is open to everyone. We look forward to welcoming you and spending...
Yesterday, we were very happy to welcome, KW Multicultural Centre Community Engagement Coordinator, Ana Lagos Suazo and WR Immigration Partnership, Community Engagement Coordinator, Abiha Syed. It was a pleasure to host them at our centre, give a tour of our building, and share who we are and the work we do as a foundation. We...
We had the joy of visiting Floradale Mennonite Church this Sunday, January 18. Nearly ten years ago, when many of our members first arrived in Canada, the members of Floradale Mennonite Church were among the first who reached out to us. They held our hands, guided us, opened their doors, welcomed us into their homes,...
Join us for a warm and welcoming University Iftar Dinner, where we come together to share a meal, meet new people, and celebrate the beauty of community. Whether you’re fasting or simply want to support and connect, you belong at the table. Time: 5:15 PM – 9:00 PM Date: Friday, February 27th Location: 80 Schneider...
Women, Grief & Self-Compassion As the Dialogue Book Club’s January gathering, we invite you to a meaningful discussion focused on grief, compassion, and inner transformation. During this session, we will explore Penguin Bloom through the lens of Women and the Wounded Healer Archetype. Our discussion will include reflections on the Five Stages of Grief, selected...
Day 3 focused on strengthening families through awareness, communication, and shared understanding. Seminars: Figen Es & Fehmi Kala – (What Every Family Should Know. A thoughtful session highlighting essential topics every family should be aware of in today’s world). Another meaningful day of learning, dialogue, and connection.
Day 2 brought meaningful conversations and powerful reflections on identity, belonging, and everyday values. Seminars: Hasan Ahmet Gökçe – (One Home, Two Languages. Exploring belonging, identity, and the often unseen emotional responsibilities carried by immigrant children). Mehmet Akar – (Faith and Trust. A thoughtful discussion on values and how trust shapes our daily decisions and...
