We open our 2025–26 Read & Watch Series with a warm, welcoming circle on women, identity, and becoming—why who we are (and who we’re becoming) matters for our dreams, dignity,...
Breakfast of Belonging
October 22, 20250
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....
Diwali with Our Neighbours
October 21, 20250
Diwali reminds us that light overcomes darkness and that community grows when we show up for one another. Yesterday evening, representatives of the Grand River Friendship Society visited the Brahmarishi...
Join us for a welcoming, practical “Know Your Rights” session with Izzy Li, Newcomer Gender-Based Violence Legal Advocate from the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region (SASC). Wednesday, 22...
Remembering M.Fethullah Gülen
October 20, 20250
On October 18, the first anniversary of his passing, our community gathered to honor Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi—remembering a life dedicated to knowledge, education, and serving humanity. His example reminds us...
Friendship & Gratitude Night
October 19, 20250
A heart-warming October 17 gathering at the Grand River Friendship Society brought neighbours, newcomers, seniors, and friends together to celebrate gratitude—the glue that strengthens community and deepens our sense of...
From Thanks to Giving ❤️
October 14, 20250
As we look back on Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our community—neighbors, families, seniors, and newcomers—who make the Grand River Friendship Society feel like home. May this season bring peace, warmth,...
We were delighted to join the Diwali Celebration – Festival of Lights organized by Tejal Upadhyay and Tushar Upadhyay at the Southwest Library in Kitchener. As the Grand River Friendship...
Listening with Orange Hearts
October 4, 20250
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...
GRFS Weekend School
October 4, 20250
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...