On May 10, 2025, the African Canadian Association of the Waterloo Region Area (ACAWRA) and the Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) came together to celebrate Mother’s Day with heartfelt purpose....
Karen Redman Joins Us for Breakfast
May 1, 20250
On April 30th, we were honoured to welcome Karen Redman, the Regional Chair of Waterloo Region, to our Turkish breakfast table. Her presence was a meaningful gesture of support and...
Celebrating Labour Day
May 1, 20250
May 1st marks Labour Day—an important day to recognize and appreciate the hardworking individuals whose daily efforts build, sustain, and uplift our communities. From frontline workers to educators, tradespeople, and...
On May 1st, we proudly recognized First Responders Day—a time to honour the courageous individuals who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe, healthy,...
GRFS Food Festival Update #2: A Warm Visit from Aislinn Clancy
February 10, 20250
We were thrilled to welcome Aislinn Clancy, former MPP for Kitchener Centre, and current MPP Candidate for the upcoming elections, to our GRFS Food Festival today at the Baden Campus!...
GRFS Food Festival Update: A Day of Flavor and Community
February 9, 20250
Today, despite the heavy snowfall, our Grand River Friendship Society Food Festival at the Baden Campus was an incredible success! We had the pleasure of introducing the rich and authentic...
A Heartwarming Evening of Fellowship: Saturday Meals Recap
January 19, 20250
Yesterday, we hosted our Saturday Meals event at 57 Stirling Ave N, and it was a truly remarkable evening! With the support of the Grand River Friendship Society, Stirling Avenue...
FREE Saturday Meals – January 18
January 8, 20250
Looking for a warm meal and great company? Join us on Saturday, January 18, from 5–8 PM at 57 Stirling Ave N for a delicious hot meal and a welcoming...
GRFS Taekwondo Academy Coming Soon
January 5, 20250
We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of GRFS Taekwondo Academy – a FREE youth program for kids aged 5 to 17! Led by Senior Master Gary Ramon Aguto and...
Warm New Year Wishes from the Grand River Friendship Society
December 31, 20240
To our cherished friends and neighbors across the Waterloo Region, As 2025 begins, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible community we share. This past year has...