Yesterday, representatives from the Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) paid a friendly visit to Aislinn Clancy at her Kitchener Campaign office. GRFS Finance Committee Member Orhan Keskin, Executive Director Cumali Şahin, and Public Relations Director Berat Berberoğlu met with Ms. Clancy as a follow-up to a previous gathering. During the visit, they had a warm...
Today, on World Cancer Day, we stand united to remember, honor, and support all those impacted by cancer. With strength and resilience, we walk this journey together, inspired by the legacy of the Terry Fox Run and its unwavering commitment to cancer research and hope. Because love is a verb—an action that drives us to...
Today, the Grand River Friendship Society’s Executive Director Cumali Sahin and Director of Public Relations Berat Berberoglu, along with our board members, had the pleasure of visiting MP Mike Morrice at his office in downtown Kitchener. What a powerful and inspiring meeting it was! We dove into exciting conversations about our Taekwondo school, upcoming community...
On the 8th anniversary of the Quebec City Mosque Attack, we honor the victims and stand in solidarity with the Muslim community. Let this day serve as a reminder that love is a verb—it’s about action, protection, and standing against hate in all its forms. We will not tolerate Islamophobia. Together, let’s build a future...
We had the honor of welcoming Liberal Party MP Bardish Chagger to the Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) campus in Baden, ON. It was a delightful and meaningful gathering where our board members had the chance to discuss future projects, community initiatives, and ways to strengthen our support for those in need. MP Chagger shared...
A huge thank you to Stepping Stone for an incredible collaboration this holiday season! 💙 Together with the Grand River Friendship Society, we delivered Christmas gift bags filled with socks, mittens, hats, and, most importantly, love, to the Guelph community. This partnership reminds us that love is a verb – it’s about taking meaningful actions...
We were honored to welcome the wonderful members of Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church (SAMC) to the new campus of Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) during our monthly Free Saturday Meals event. The day was filled with warmth, heartfelt conversations, and a shared spirit of togetherness. This visit was a fantastic opportunity to share GRFS’s mission,...
🌿 This morning, we were honored to host Ontario Green Party MPP Aislinn Clancy at the Grand River Friendship Society campus in Baden. Board members and youth club participants warmly welcomed her during a delightful traditional Turkish breakfast. 🥐☕ Together, we shared ideas, explored future collaboration, and reaffirmed our commitment to building a stronger, more...
True intelligence lies in our ability to adapt, grow, and embrace change—values we strive to uphold every day at the Grand River Friendship Society. Together, we build bridges of understanding, foster meaningful connections, and evolve as a community. Let’s adapt, unite, and inspire each other to create a brighter future!
