Our university dialogue volunteers came together across cultures to celebrate the season with friendship, solidarity, and fun. As they gather with friends from diverse cultures, our youth continue to build bridges of friendship—believing that healthy communication means a healthy society.
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 movie nights to seminars, crafts, puzzles, and sharing sessions, every camp created beautiful moments of friendship and growth. Our mentors guided the participants through inspiring...
Over the weekend, we had a wonderful time with our Grade 9 and Grade 10 students celebrating Friendsgiving together. The evening began with reflections on gratitude and friendship. Throughout the night, we enjoyed a Bingo icebreaker, unlimited food and desserts, and fun activities. Each table had the question “What are you thankful for?” to spark...
Nurture language, values, and confidence in a joyful, community-first setting. Our Weekend + Winter School helps children grow their Turkish, deepen Islamic awareness, and build friendships that last—right here at Grand River Friendship Society. What kids experience: Language & Culture: Practical Turkish learning through stories, songs, and play. Values & Faith: Qur’an recitation and Islamic...
As part of this month’s Activity Week, our Grade 7 girls in the GRFS Mentorship Program spent the afternoon at Crock A Doodle in Waterloo, discovering the joy of pottery painting. More than just brushes and paint, this outing offered space for imagination, patience, and self-expression. Each person carefully designed their piece, layering colours and...
Yesterday, our young community members came together to watch the Turkish National Team take on Spain. It was a tough loss, but the night reminded us why gatherings like this matter: we show pride in our roots, practice sportsmanship, and turn disappointment into encouragement—together. Even when the score isn’t in our favor, love shows up:...
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...
Our GRFS high school mentors spent the weekend exploring Chicago—reflecting at The Bean, strolling Navy Pier, and soaking in the energy of Downtown. It was a joyful mini-getaway that strengthened friendships, sparked curiosity, and helped everyone reset for the new school year. Mentorship isn’t just advice—it’s presence. Showing up, listening, and creating shared memories turn...
After wrapping up another wonderful Summer School, we gathered for a heartfelt breakfast with our incredible teachers and volunteers. It was a morning filled with smiles, good food, and appreciation for the hard work, dedication, and kindness they’ve shared with our students all summer long. At GRFS, we believe love is something you do —...
To celebrate the final day of summer school, we took our amazing youth to the Game Arcade — a place full of energy, laughter, and shared joy. After a summer of learning and bonding, this fun-filled trip was the perfect way to wrap it all up! The kids decided to pool their game points and...
