On the 3rd of October, Friday, we were honoured to host Senator Diane Kilby and Jaclyn Austin, Coordinator of the Métis Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program. We extend our sincere gratitude for their visit and for the knowledge and insights they provided. It was a privilege for our organization to learn from them. Learning is...
Nurture language, values, and confidence in a joyful, community-first setting. Our Weekend + Winter School helps children grow their Turkish, deepen Islamic awareness, and build friendships that last—right here at Grand River Friendship Society. What kids experience: Language & Culture: Practical Turkish learning through stories, songs, and play. Values & Faith: Qur’an recitation and Islamic...
We were honoured to visit the Pregnancy Center, where we delivered children’s clothing, winter jackets, hats, and gloves. We are grateful for the opportunity to support the Pregnancy Center and take pride in contributing to the well-being of families in need. It is a joy to give back and to be part of the vibrant...
In honor of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our seniors from the Grand River Friendship Society visited the Métis Nation of Ontario in Kitchener. Together with Jaclyn Austin, Coordinator of the Métis Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program, we prepared and delivered special gift bags for Indigenous Métis babies—carrying the message that Every Child...
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 learning, connection, and hope. Moments like this uplift Uyghur voices, deepen understanding across cultures, and strengthen the bonds that make our region welcoming and inclusive....
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 Uyghur Academy (Canadian Branch). ?✨ ? Date: Friday, September 12 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM ? Location: 1117 Snyder’s Rd E, Baden, ON N3A 3L2 During...
What a day! Thank you to everyone who filled our backyard with laughter, games, music, and friendship. We were honoured to welcome community leaders who joined the celebration: Aislinn Clancy (MPP, Kitchener Centre; Deputy Leader, Ontario Greens), Berry Vrbanovic (Mayor of Kitchener), Joe Gowing (Kitchener–Conestoga Provincial Liberal Candidate), Tim Louis (MP, Kitchener–Conestoga), Bardish Chagger (MP,...
Join us for a warm and joyful evening at the Westhill Retirement Residence, hosted by the Grand River Friendship Society together with our youth volunteers! ? Date: Friday, September 5 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ? Location: the Westhill Retirement Residence We’re excited to celebrate and honor our wonderful seniors with a special...
Yesterday, we had an amazing time with the African Canadian Association of Waterloo Region (ACAWRA)! ? To support their Summer School program, we organized a Movie Day — after enjoying the film, the fun continued in our backyard! The kids had a blast on the seesaw, trampoline, and playground. ??? They also met our sheep...
Yesterday, our fundraising event brought our community together in a beautiful spirit of sacrifice and generosity. Parents, youth, and neighbours stood side by side to support education, culture, and belonging in our region—seeking Gods pleasure and building a culture of giving for the next generation. Youth ran simple, heartfelt tables offering small yet meaningful contributions...
