A Meaningful Gathering for Youth & Community We were delighted to welcome our valued guests from the Belmont Village Bestival team — one of Waterloo Region’s most vibrant arts and culture events — at Grand River Friendship Society. During a warm and friendly breakfast, we had the pleasure of connecting with Jo Goossens and Tammy...
Our high school girls spent the weekend sharing a special Ramadan iftar and making memories on a trip to Stratford.
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. The creativity was amazing — one team built a snow mosque, and one student even recreated a Clash Royale game map in the snow! It...
On October 18, the first anniversary of his passing, our community gathered to honor Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi—remembering a life dedicated to knowledge, education, and serving humanity. His example reminds us that learning and kindness are powerful ways to build a better world. The evening opened with a Qur’an recitation that invited calm and reflection. A...
To celebrate the final day of summer school, we took our amazing youth to the Game Arcade — a place full of energy, laughter, and shared joy. After a summer of learning and bonding, this fun-filled trip was the perfect way to wrap it all up! The kids decided to pool their game points and...
Our Grade 7–10 Summer School students spent the day at Conrad Grebel University College playing fun mind games and puzzles. These activities made them think hard, work together, and feel more confident. They also learned that we can learn everywhere, not just inside a classroom. The students teamed up, got helpful tips from friendly leaders,...
This year’s camp kicks off July 4 and runs through August 3 at Budd Park in Kitchener. Across Friday mornings and Saturday afternoons, young athletes will take part in skill-building drills, team challenges, and character-focused workshops — all guided by mentors who care deeply about youth development. From competitive gameplay to uplifting encouragement, every session...
From May 9–11, GRFS middle school mentors took part in a meaningful mentor development camp. The camp took place at the Abatolian Heritage Federation facility, bringing together mentors for a weekend of growth and connection. This enriching weekend brought together around 30 mentors from Ottawa, Toronto, and Kitchener-Waterloo to grow, connect, and reflect. The camp...
Over a 3-day weekend, high school boys in Grades 10–12 came together for our Spring Youth Camp — a program packed with reflection, teamwork, and unforgettable moments by the lake. This wasn’t just a getaway — it was a meaningful journey where young minds explored not only the outdoors, but also the values of responsibility,...
