We kicked off our Winter Camp with an inspiring first day focused on balance, values, and active participation in society. Day 1 Seminars: Rıdvan Kızıltepe | Balanced Living Guide (Practical insights on building a healthy, mindful, and well-balanced life). Rasım Haner | Valuable Character and Active Citizenship (Reflections on responsibility, integrity, and contributing positively to...
May your day be filled with warmth, peace, and beautiful moments with the people you love. Thank you for being part of our community—your kindness and support help make friendship and belonging possible. Wishing you a joyful Christmas and a bright, hope-filled New Year!
We were very happy to attend the Grassroots Christmas Meetup last Friday evening, kindly hosted by our Ukrainian friends. It was a joy to spend such a meaningful evening together with Ukrainian families, Canadian friends, volunteers, and partners. The warmth, connection, and shared moments made it a truly special night. We are grateful for the...
We are once again organizing a baby clothing donation drive in support of the Pregnancy Centre. Throughout January, there is a strong need for Baby clothing for ages 0–4 We kindly accept new or gently used, clean items, including -Baby clothes -Socks and pajamas -Seasonally appropriate outfits Your donation helps support families and brings comfort...
Last Friday evening, we had the pleasure of visiting our Indigenous friends for a truly meaningful gathering. This special evening marked the final program of the year, thoughtfully prepared together by Hope Engel and Flora. We are sincerely thankful for their warm hospitality and for the beautiful Indigenous songs and the powerful drum performance they...
This winter, we are bringing our community together through learning, friendship, and shared experiences. -Daily reading sessions and interactive discussions -Skill-building activities that encourage curiosity and critical thinking -Opportunities to learn, reflect, and grow together -Daily seminars with special guest speakers -Family-focused psychological awareness and personal development sessions For our children: -A fun and educational...
On Friday evening, we were delighted to host our Ukrainian friends from Grassroots Response to the Ukrainian Crisis. This gathering was a wonderful opportunity to get to know one another — we introduced ourselves, they shared their inspiring work, and together we discussed how they support Ukrainians who have recently arrived in Canada. We also...
On Friday evening, November 28, we had the pleasure of attending the Indigenous and Newcomers Gathering program at Victoria Park Pavilion, hosted by the inspiring healer, Hope Engel. As part of her meaningful collage workshop, we learned how art can help us understand, address, and gently heal the wounds we carry within ourselves. Through this...
Saturday, December 6th 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 1117 Snyder’s Rd E, Baden, ON N3A 3L2 Clothes • Household Items • Great Deals! Everything is priced VERY LOW — perfect for students, families, and anyone looking for good finds! What You’ll Find: ✔ Gently used clothing ✔ Kitchenware & home items ✔ Decor pieces ✔...
On Wednesday, November 26, we visited Anishinabeg Outreach to deliver a large donation of winter essentials — including coats, jackets, boots, shoes, hats, gloves, socks, sweaters, shirts, and other warm clothing items. As Grand River Friendship Society, we are grateful for the opportunity to support the meaningful work that the Anishinabeg Outreach team does for...
