Through the Neighborhood Connections Through Sport program, women came together for a walking hockey event that was all about joy, inclusion, and connection. Supported by Field Hockey Canada through the Community Sport for All Initiative, this program breaks barriers by making sport accessible, welcoming, and fun — especially for underserved groups. On the field, we...
Yesterday marked the exciting kickoff of our Neighbourhood Connections Through Sport program—and what a joyful launch it was! With laughter, friendly competition, and lots of movement, our seniors (55+) truly brought the energy to the field. It was a powerful reminder that sport is for every age and every ability. This initiative, proudly supported through...
On May 2, our Book Club gathered for a meaningful discussion on Pachinko—a moving novel about identity, resilience, and the experience of being a foreigner. These deep themes sparked heartfelt conversation among members, each bringing their own reflections and experiences to the table. As we explored the story together, we also enjoyed delicious Turkish pastries...
We were delighted to host Mayor Jan Liggett of Cambridge and Mayor Natasha Salonen of Wilmot at the Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) campus in Baden for a warm and engaging breakfast meeting. Our Chair Selim Budak, board member Leon Kehl, executive director Cumali Sahin, director of public relations Berat Berberoglu, and dedicated volunteers welcomed...
On March 23rd, the Grand River Friendship Society welcomed a group of Mennonites from local area churches to experience iftar together at our community center. The evening was thoughtfully organized by our board member Leon Kehl from Floradale Mennonite Church, who previously co-led a cultural trip to Turkey in 2014 with Mennonite couples—some of whom...
We were honored to welcome MPP Aislinn Clancy and her father, along with our Director of PR, Berat Berberoglu, and his wife for a special iftar dinner hosted by our Executive Director Cumali Sahin and his family. Aislinn graciously joined in the fast for the day, and we all shared not only a delicious spread...
