We hosted a fun snow sculpture competition for our Grade 8 students. Some of our youth formed teams and worked together, while others chose to create their own designs independently....
GRFS x Somali Canadian Association
November 17, 20250
On Friday night, we were honoured to host the Somali Canadian Association of Waterloo Region. Their Board Chair, Executive Director, and team joined us, and it was truly a pleasure...
Community Invitation
November 14, 20250
We are excited to support our friends at the KW Multicultural Centre, Family & Children’s Services, and the Neighbourhood Nursing Team as they host a Child & Youth Wellbeing Fair!...
Stitching Warmth, Sharing Love
November 14, 20250
Yesterday, we held the second gathering of our knitting club. We continued working on the handmade hats, scarves, and gloves we’re preparing as Christmas gifts for our local homeless community...
Our sewing workshop brings friends together to build skills, boost confidence, and create with purpose—proof that creativity can also be community care.
Saturday Goals at Rim Park
November 6, 20250
Grades 10–12 met on the pitch, played hard, and lifted each other up. Soccer brings our youth together—building confidence, teamwork, and belonging. Fresh air, fair play, and friendship are exactly...
Sunrise Sips & Autumn Hues
October 31, 20250
Starting the day together at 7:00 AM set a warm tone for connection, gratitude, and friendship. Sharing breakfast and nature helps us slow down, check in on one another, and...
Indigenous & Newcomers Gathering
October 27, 20250
On October 24th, our youth had a wonderful opportunity to join the Indigenous and Newcomers Gathering organized by Hope Engel. It was an inspiring evening filled with connection, learning, and...
Sunshine, Smiles & One Big Annual Picnic!
September 3, 20250
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...
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...