The Grand River Friendship Society together with the Uyghur Community in Canada warmly invites you to a special evening with Gulshen Abdukadir – Communications Specialist, Author, and representative of the Uyghur Academy (Canadian Branch). ?✨ ? Date: Friday, September 12 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM ? Location: 1117 Snyder’s Rd E, Baden, ON N3A 3L2 During...
Backed by the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP), our Project CARES (Community Activities for Resilient, Engaged Seniors) brought seniors together to plan meaningful, community-driven activities—encouraging older adults to actively engage in social issues. Thank you, Service Canada, for supporting seniors’ leadership and voice. When seniors co-design programs, we tackle real needs—connection, purpose, access, inclusion—and...
What a day! Thank you to everyone who filled our backyard with laughter, games, music, and friendship. We were honoured to welcome community leaders who joined the celebration: Aislinn Clancy (MPP, Kitchener Centre; Deputy Leader, Ontario Greens), Berry Vrbanovic (Mayor of Kitchener), Joe Gowing (Kitchener–Conestoga Provincial Liberal Candidate), Tim Louis (MP, Kitchener–Conestoga), Bardish Chagger (MP,...
Our 8th and 9th graders had a blast jumping, flipping, and laughing together with their mentors at SkyZone! ? Moments like these aren’t just about fun—they’re about building trust, teamwork, and friendships that last. ? At GRFS, we believe joy and connection go hand in hand. Love is a Verb, and sometimes it looks like...
Get ready for another unforgettable day of food, culture, and community at the Anatolian Food Festival! ? Date: September 21, 2025 ? Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM ? Location: Grand River Friendship Society Join us for a vibrant celebration filled with the authentic flavors of Anatolia—from sizzling doner and savory icli kofte to sweet...
On August 22, our community gathered for SELAM, a true-story–inspired film about young teachers who leave home to serve in schools across Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Senegal. Shot across three continents, the film highlights courage, friendship, and the power of education to build peace. Families and friends met in the GRFS backyard for a...
ACAWRA and GRFS held a cooking class that brought two communities together—learning by doing, building confidence and friendship. Children from both summer schools teamed up to mix, scoop, and bake cookies. There were smiles, shared tips, and warm cookies enjoyed together—sweet memories made in a welcoming space. Moments like this show how love looks in...
GRFS volunteers rolled up their sleeves at the Guelph blood centre—thank you to everyone who donated, drove, and cheered us on. One donation can help up to three people. At GRFS, love is what we do. Love is a Verb. ? Book your appointment and join the lifesaving chain.
Join us for SELAM — a heartfelt Turkish film based on true stories. It follows young teachers who leave home to serve in schools around the world, showing courage, kindness, and the power of education. It’s a beautiful reminder that small acts of service can change lives. ? Friday, August 22 ? 8:15 PM ?...
Yesterday, our fundraising event brought our community together in a beautiful spirit of sacrifice and generosity. Parents, youth, and neighbours stood side by side to support education, culture, and belonging in our region—seeking Gods pleasure and building a culture of giving for the next generation. Youth ran simple, heartfelt tables offering small yet meaningful contributions...
