An incredible evening at the Victoria Park Pavilion! We gathered around 170 university students from many different nations, faiths, and backgrounds for a University Iftar focused on connection and community....
Our university dialogue volunteers came together across cultures to celebrate the season with friendship, solidarity, and fun. As they gather with friends from diverse cultures, our youth continue to build...
Grand River Friendship Society was delighted to visit the African Canadian Association of Waterloo Region and Area during their vibrant summer school program. Together with our 55+ seniors, we introduced...
When children come together across cultures, something beautiful happens — they learn acceptance, build friendships, and grow with empathy. This special visit from over 50 children with the African Canadian...
Canada Day is a time to reflect on what it means to belong, contribute, and care for one another. Today is about embracing our shared home and the people who...
June 27 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day — a time to honour the cultures, traditions, and communities that make Canada so vibrant. It’s a celebration of the unique stories, languages, and...
Juneteenth is a special day that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. It is also called Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. Every year on this day, we...
Yesterday, the Grand River Friendship Society family came together for an unforgettable Eid al-Adha gathering filled with warmth, connection, and celebration. With nearly 400 guests in attendance, the day began...
Eid is a beautiful reminder to reflect, give thanks, and extend kindness to those around us. It is a time to come together in spirit, even when we are apart...
Victoria Day, observed on May 19th, is a cherished Canadian holiday honouring the birth of Queen Victoria. It marks the unofficial beginning of summer and serves as a time for...
