Community Gathering
January 23, 20260
You are warmly invited to a community gathering in collaboration with the Uyghur community. What to expect: A general information session delivered by Public Health A friendly coffee meetup and...
Bridging Stories, Building Community
September 15, 20250
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special gathering with author and communications specialist Gulshen Abdukadir, co-hosted with the Uyghur Community in Canada. The night was filled with...
Special Community Gathering with Author Gulshen Abdukadir
September 6, 20250
The Grand River Friendship Society together with the Uyghur Community in Canada warmly invites you to a special evening with Gulshen Abdukadir – Communications Specialist, Author, and representative of the...
SELAM Under the Stars — Movie Night #4
August 25, 20250
On August 22, our community gathered for SELAM, a true-story–inspired film about young teachers who leave home to serve in schools across Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Senegal. Shot across...
Join us for SELAM — a heartfelt Turkish film based on true stories. It follows young teachers who leave home to serve in schools around the world, showing courage, kindness,...
Backyard Movie Night: “Pocket Hercules”
July 23, 20250
Join us for the inspiring true story of Olympic legend Naim Suleymanoglu—an evening of community, courage, and connection. ? Date & Time: 8:00 PM | 25 July, Friday ? GRFS...
Join Us for a Free Community Meal on March 15
March 8, 20250
Looking for a warm meal and great company? You’re invited! On March 15, from 5–7 PM, we’ll be gathering at Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church for another Free Saturday Meal, hosted...
Join Us for a Blessed Ramadan Iftar
February 28, 20250
Ramadan is a time for togetherness, gratitude, and sharing. We warmly invite you to our GRFS Ramadan Iftar Programs to break bread, build connections, and embrace the spirit of this...
Event Recap: Preparing for Ramadan with Health & Wellness
February 24, 20250
On Sunday, February 23rd, we gathered for an inspiring and insightful session led by Health Coach Maram Istaitieh, focusing on nutrition, fasting tips, and balanced meal planning for Ramadan. ?...
Join Us for a Blessed Ramadan Iftar
February 18, 20250
Ramadan is a time for togetherness, gratitude, and sharing. We warmly invite you to our GRFS Ramadan Iftar Programs to break bread, build connections, and embrace the spirit of this...