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...
On October 23, we were honored to host Izzy Li, Newcomer Gender-Based Violence Legal Advocate from the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region. Izzy provided an informative presentation for...
Every Child Matters — Community Care in Action
September 30, 20250
In honor of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our seniors from the Grand River Friendship Society visited the Métis Nation of Ontario in Kitchener. Together with Jaclyn Austin,...
Savor Anatolia #2 — Recap
September 22, 20250
Our Food Fair turned the flavours of Anatolia into a day of friendship. Our community members cooked with care, families met new neighbours, and every plate served helped strengthen our...
Terry Fox Run — Recap
September 18, 20250
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,...
Bridging Stories, Building Community
September 15, 20250
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...
One Run for Terry!
September 12, 20250
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...
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,...
Stand United: Türkiye vs Spain
September 8, 20250
Yesterday, our young community members came together to watch the Turkish National Team take on Spain. It was a tough loss, but the night reminded us why gatherings like this...
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...