Yesterday, we were very happy to welcome, KW Multicultural Centre Community Engagement Coordinator, Ana Lagos Suazo and WR Immigration Partnership, Community Engagement Coordinator, Abiha Syed. It was a pleasure to host them at our centre, give a tour of our building, and share who we are and the work we do as a foundation. We...
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...
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 Wednesday evening, we had the joy of visiting The Westhill Retirement Residence for a beautiful cross-generational craft program. Our youth and the senior residents came together, shared stories, created art, and built meaningful connections. This gathering was more than just a craft session — it was a moment where generations met, learned from each...
Nile Academy’s 11th and 12th graders visited University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, exploring campus life and future study options. They also met our own students currently studying at these universities—asking questions, hearing real student experiences, and getting practical advice through short presentations and Q&A.
Our Young Professional Women Committee gathered at Victoria Park on October 18 for a cozy breakfast filled with laughter, inspiration, and connection. We enjoyed meaningful conversations, shared new ideas, and celebrated the beauty of community and togetherness. Because there’s nothing quite like spending time with strong, inspiring women!
On October 24th, our youth had a wonderful opportunity to join the Indigenous and Newcomers Gathering organized by Hope Engel. It was an inspiring evening filled with connection, learning, and shared experiences. Hope’s perspective, her life stories, and her vision for the future opened new horizons for us. We truly enjoyed spending time together and...
Today, as Grand River Friendship Society, we had a wonderful breakfast gathering with the Uyghur community. We would like to sincerely thank Gulshen Abdukadir for inviting and warmly hosting us. It was a great opportunity to discuss future collaborations and explore meaningful projects we can work on together. We’re happy to share that we reached...
After 8 weeks of learning, laughter, and growth, our Sewing Showcase & Potluck brought the community together to celebrate the achievements of our Beginner Sewing Course participants. What began as a course in basic sewing became a powerful journey of confidence-building, creativity, and connection. Guests admired a beautiful exhibition of handmade pieces—each one reflecting the...
Grand River Friendship Society was delighted to visit the African Canadian Association of Waterloo Region and Area during their vibrant summer school program. Together with our 55+ seniors, we introduced hand-knitting to the children — a joyful and creative experience that sparked curiosity and excitement! From handmade bracelets to colorful necklaces, the kids embraced the...
