Social Genocide Exhibition Sheds Light on Turkish Human Rights Crisis
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 […]
A WONDERFUL WINTER CAMP ORGANIZED UNDER THE GRFS FOUNDATION
The Grand River Friendship Society Foundation organized a camp on December 23, 24, and 25, where people of different ages participated, and communication between different segments took place. Especially the […]
Yankı Night and the Resurgence of Youth
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 […]
The Most Beautiful Story from IFLC
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 […]
Mentor Appreciation Night
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 […]
CONDOLENCE MESSAGE FOR INNOCENT CIVILIANS AFFECTED BY VIOLENCE IN ISRAEL AND GAZA
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 […]
Our Guest Enes Kanter
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 […]
GRFS Youth Club is at the “Marathon of Hope”
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 […]
Our Guest Enes Kanter
Recently, the famous former NBA basketball player, Enes Kanter, visited our summer school. Excited by the opportunity, the Yankı team welcomed Enes Kanter to our summer program with an interview. […]
Meet Your Neighbour
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, […]
Fundrasing for Earthquake Victims
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, […]
Serving Meal to Homeless People
Grand River Friendship Society Volunteers serve a meal to the homeless people.
Weekend School
At the weekend school, students from Kindergarten to Grade 5, provided after school program
Monthly Kahoot Event for Youth
Monthly Kahoot Event is organized by the GRFS Education Department in different topics provided.
Visit to Long Term Care Center
Our Weekend school students visited Long Term Care Center with their mentors.
Learning Activities
Children at GRFS Weekend School join the activities and have fun while they are learning.