Spreading Warmth and Joy: Saturday Meals and Holiday Giving In a heartwarming partnership, the Grand River Friendship Society, Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church, and the Food Bank of Waterloo Region are hosting Saturday Meals every 3rd Saturday, creating a space of fellowship, care, and nourishment for the community. Each event begins with volunteers coming together to...

We extend our deepest condolences to everyone affected by the tragic attack at the Christmas Market in Magdeburg, Germany. Our hearts and prayers go out to the victims, their families, and the entire community during this incredibly difficult time. Together, we stand in solidarity against acts of violence and hold space for healing and unity....

Our Winter Coat Drive is still going strong! Volunteers from the Grand River Friendship Society and Waterloo Region residents have already started bringing in the donation packages to our GRFS support center. Your generosity is truly making a difference in helping those in need this winter. ❤ If you haven’t had a chance to donate...

This welcoming space brings together women from diverse backgrounds for meaningful conversations, intercultural connections, and engaging reads. Together, we celebrate community and understanding through thought-provoking literature. 📍 Where: Conrad Grebel University College ⏰ When: One Friday a month, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Dive into engaging stories, share perspectives, and make new connections! Don’t miss...

Looking for a warm meal and great company? Join us every 3rd Saturday from 5–8 PM at 57 Stirling Ave N! This event, hosted in partnership with the Grand River Friendship Society, Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church, and the Food Bank of Waterloo Region, is all about building fellowship, community, and sharing a hot meal. Everyone...

We are collecting gently used men’s winter clothes until January 11th for those in need at the Maplehurst Correctional Complex. Your donations can make a big difference in keeping someone warm this winter! Items we’re accepting: 🧣 Scarves 🧤 Gloves 👢 Boots 🧥 Winter Coats How to donate: 📍 Drop off your items at GRFS...

September 2024 – Waterloo, Ontario: GRFS is excited to announce the acquisition of a new building, located just 5 kilometers from the heart of Waterloo. This strategic purchase marks a significant milestone in GRFS’s ongoing mission to provide support and services to youth and families. The new facility will become the central hub for GRFS’s...

On May 12th, 2024, in celebration of Mother’s Day, the GRFS Youth Club embarked on a special mission to bring smiles to the residents of Lanark Village Seniors’ Living. Armed with bouquets of vibrant flowers, the volunteers set out to spread love and warmth to the seniors residing there. The visit was a touching display...

The ‘Social Genocide Exhibition’ in Kitchener-Waterloo, Canada, organized by Advocates of Silenced Turkey and hosted by the Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) and the Intercultural Dialogue Institute for the first time on April 20th, showcased 34 items highlighting the lives of oppressed individuals, drawing hundreds of attendees. Supported by 30 students, the event emphasized solidarity...

The Grand River Friendship Society Foundation organized a winter camp on December 23, 24, and 25, where people of different ages participated, and communication between different segments took place. Especially the struggles related to the problems experienced by volunteers from different countries of the world who have come to Canada, the importance of integration into...

The special evening of the Yankı 1st Anniversary Program, organized with the efforts of our respected young friends and dear elder siblings, welcomed us with an unforgettable event. On this special night, the gathering of viewers from all age groups to support the youth not only made the Yankı team proud but also created very...

Imagine a program, a fantastic celebration where the majority of participants are young. Such a program where young people from different nations and countries come together, heralding to us a future of good days after the difficult times we’ve been through as a world. They do this by presenting to us the story of Prophet...

Mentoring finds its true meaning through the presence of individuals who shape the lives of young generations, guiding them and serving as a source of inspiration. This year, on October 21st, the “Mentor Appreciation Day,” organized by the Grand River Friendship Society, came to life to express our gratitude to these unique individuals. For the...

We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life during the attacks carried out by Hamas on Israeli civilians and the responses by Israeli forces in Gaza. We condemn all forms of terrorism, attacks targeting civilians, and the disregard for the value of human life. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Israeli and...

Hamas’ın İsrailli sivillere yönelik düzenlediği saldırılar ve İsrail güçlerinin Gazze’ye verdiği yanıtlar sırasında yaşanan trajik can kaybından derin üzüntü duyuyoruz. Her türlü terörü, sivilleri hedef alan saldırıları ve insan yaşamının değerine saygısızlığı kınıyoruz. İsrailli ve Filistinli ailelere, kaybettikleri aile bireyleri ve sevdikleri için en derin başsağlığı dileklerimizi iletiyoruz. Kim tarafından ve hangi nedenle olursa olsun,...

Have you heard about Enes Freedom, a Turkish former NBA basketball player and current Human Rights activist? If not, it is still early enough. After quitting his highly successful career in the NBA, he started a North American tour to pass his message by meeting people. On one of his visits to Canada in Kitchener...

Determination and resilience filled the air as Kitchener’s Victoria Park hosted the annual Terry Fox Run on September 17th. This heartwarming event, dedicated to the legendary Terry Fox, brought together participants from all walks of life for a shared purpose – making a positive impact in the fight against cancer. Terry Fox’s legacy, a true...

A ceremony was held to present the donation cheque to the Canadian Red Cross. The funds were collected from a fundraising initiative organized by the Community Kitchen Co-operative of K-W, KW VegFest, and the IDI-KW / Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS), with the generous assistance of the owners of Queen Shawarma Turkish Cuisine. The donations...

We extend our warmest invitation to participate in a unique and enlightening experience hosted by IDI Kitchener-Waterloo. This program aims to cultivate greater awareness and understanding of the traditions, cultures, and lifestyles of our neighbours. The program offers participants the opportunity to partake in the sacred observances of various faiths in an intimate family setting,...

Happy Women’s Day

Grand River Friendship Society Volunteers serve a meal to the homeless people.

At the weekend school, students from Kindergarten to Grade 5, provided after school program

Monthly Kahoot Event is organized by the GRFS Education Department in different topics provided.

Our Weekend school students visited Long Term Care Center with their mentors.

Children at GRFS Weekend School join the activities and have fun while they are learning.