Our new season has begun! Each month, we explore womanhood through one film, podcast, and article — diving deep into themes of identity, creativity, and transformation. For our October gathering, we discussed Women, Identity & Dreams through the film Julie & Julia. Inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert’s The Curiosity-Driven Life podcast, we explored the difference between...
We are launching a knitting workshop to make winter gift packs for our unhoused neighbours. Thursdays: Nov 6, 13, 20 • 11:30 AM–1:00 PM Location: GRFS We’ll make: scarves, hats, gloves All skill levels welcome! Tea & snacks • No RSVP • Volunteer hours available
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, and daily life. Fridays, 6–8 PM • Conrad Grebel College
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 October • ⏰ 6:00 PM 1117 Snyder’s Rd E, Baden, ON N3A 3L2 Knowing your rights helps you stay safe, support friends, and access services...
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 that learning and kindness are powerful ways to build a better world. The evening opened with a Qur’an recitation that invited calm and reflection. A...
Today we honour the children who never returned home, the survivors of residential schools, and the intergenerational impacts still felt today. But remembrance alone is not enough. Reconciliation means action, courage, and genuine relationships — ensuring Indigenous voices are heard, respected, and valued in our communities, classrooms, and workplaces. At GRFS, we commit to walking...
On Sunday, September 14, our GRFS volunteers joined thousands across Canada at Victoria Park, Kitchener to honour Terry Fox’s legacy. We met at 11:00 AM, pinned on numbers, stretched together, and shared smiles before the noon start—cheering walkers, runners, strollers, and first-timers alike. We also hosted a stand—representing who we are, sharing our programs, and...
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....
On Sunday, September 14, 2025, we’re joining thousands across Canada to honour Terry Fox’s legacy and raise awareness for cancer research. Terry’s determination reminds us that ordinary people can do extraordinary good—one step at a time. Where & when ? Victoria Park, Kitchener ? Meet-up: 11:00 AM (GRFS group) ? Run starts: 12:00 PM Bring...
Thank you, J&H Ranch, for hosting our community members! Horses have a way of teaching calm, confidence, and care. Getting outdoors together helped our members slow down, try something new, and support one another—exactly what community is about. First-time riders found their balance, friends cheered each other on, and we ended the day with big...
