Stand United: Türkiye vs Spain
September 8, 20250
Yesterday, our young community members came together to watch the Turkish National Team take on Spain. It was a tough loss, but the night reminded us why gatherings like this...
Our 8th and 9th graders had a blast jumping, flipping, and laughing together with their mentors at SkyZone! ? Moments like these aren’t just about fun—they’re about building trust, teamwork,...
Mentors in the Windy City
August 29, 20250
Our GRFS high school mentors spent the weekend exploring Chicago—reflecting at The Bean, strolling Navy Pier, and soaking in the energy of Downtown. It was a joyful mini-getaway that strengthened...
ACAWRA × GRFS: Cooking Class
August 22, 20250
ACAWRA and GRFS held a cooking class that brought two communities together—learning by doing, building confidence and friendship. Children from both summer schools teamed up to mix, scoop, and bake...
A Community Dialogue Series
July 28, 20250
Let’s talk about what it’s like to build a new life in Canada. This free event, hosted by ACAWRA, is all about immigration, finding work, and getting the right support...
Backyard Picnic with Conversation Circle
July 18, 20250
Yesterday evening, our Conversation Circle group gathered in the GRFS backyard for a cozy summer picnic — sharing laughter, languages, and good food under the open sky. The picnic was...
Our GRFS Summer School has officially begun for JK–Grade 6 students! Every day is filled with colourful, engaging, and joy-packed activities that help children not only learn and explore but...
At Grand River Friendship Society, we believe in the power of gathering around food, stories, and shared smiles. This special summer picnic invites women to connect, unwind, and nourish the...
Bridging Cultures Through Understanding
April 24, 20250
A heartfelt thank you to Tejal Upadhyay for her inspiring and insightful presentation on Sanatan Dharma – Hinduism, shared with our community on April 22nd in collaboration with the Grand...
Eid Mubarak from the Grand River Friendship Society
March 31, 20250
What a joyful day it was as we gathered at Saint Agatha Community Center with over 550 community members to celebrate Eid together! We began our morning with a heartfelt...