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IGR Community News
Announcements, Newsletters & Activities
IGR members are connected to many different religious, spiritual, ethnic, and cultural groups, and love to share what’s happening in their communities. Check out our new Community News section to see events and activities shared by IGR members!
Please note that while all events and activities posted on the Community Events blog are submitted by Interfaith Grand River members, they are not necessarily endorsed, supported by, or vetted by Interfaith Grand River as an organization.
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Combatting Hate: The 43rd World Religions Conference
Sunday, November 23, 2025 (12:00 pm ~ 5:30 pm) Lazaridis Hall Auditorium at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo Theme: Combatting Hate The 43rd World Religions Conference will be held this fall on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at Lazaridis Hall at Wilfrid Laurier University. The conference has been organized in Canada since 1981. It has a long tradition for bringing together renowned scholars for a deep and thought-provoking exchange of ideas. The event aims to explore the tea
5 days ago
Waterloo CSWP launch the "We all belong here" campaign
You’re invited to the official launch of the We all belong here campaign— a community campaign designed in partnership with the Combatting Hate Action Table (CHAT) of the Community Safety Wellbeing Plan (CSWP). The campaign was developed in response to the ongoing rise in hate crimes and identity-based harm occurring in Waterloo region. It’s designed to raise awareness and encourage community members to take action to reduce hate and build belonging. The launch of
5 days ago
A multi-faith retreat centre
The Five Oaks Retreat Centre (near Paris, ON) is run by the United Church and welcomes all faiths.
5 days ago
Vital Signs Report
Vital Signs® is a community-driven data program that is led nationally by Community Foundations of Canada, and locally by community...
Sep 12
Grand River Water Walk
September 21, 2025 The 2025 Water Walk will bring attention to the water held behind dams, where Nibi’s natural flow is interrupted....
Sep 8
Zoom Webinar from Parliament of the World's Religions
The World Interfaith Network are hosting "The 9th Annual Interfaith Awareness Week." Please note specifically the webinar put on by the...
Jul 30
Invitation for IGR Members to Canada Day Celebration BBQ at Bai’tul Kareem Mosque
On behalf of Bai’tul Kareem Mosque and the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama'at – Waterloo Region, I am pleased to invite you to our Canada Day...
Jun 26
Strawberry Thanksgiving and Communion – June 14th
This is a special community event featuring Adrian Jacobs of the Turtle Clan, Cayuga Nation, sharing on the Spiritual Covenant—a...
May 22
An Evening with Mary Hynes, host of "Tapestry" on CBC Radio
June 12th, 7:00pm at Knox Presbyterian Church
Apr 30
Sikh Heritage Month at the Kitchener Public Library
Join us at the Auditorium of Kitchener Public Library for a special in-person event celebrating Sikh culture and history. Dive into the...
Apr 22
Multifaith Election Resources
1) The Presbyterian church has put out a guide “ Justice and Hope for All: A 2025 Federal Election Resource” . Grounded in the...
Apr 17
Songs for a Healing City: Sun. May 11th 1:30 walk and 3:00 concert, by Menno Singers
Come join Menno Singers and Menno Youth Ensemble on the afternoon Sunday May 11 for unique progressive concert and fundraising event in...
Apr 17
Multicultural Connections 2025: Embracing Diversity: Narratives of Belonging from Waterloo Region's Ethnocultural Communities
Event Details: Date: May 8th, 2025 (Thursday) Location: YMCA of Three Rivers - 250 Hespeler Rd, Cambridge, ON, N1R 0C9 Time: · ...
Apr 17
Interfaith Earth Week Activities
We come together as people of faith in the hopes of making a meaningful contribution in the next decade towards a sustainable future for...
Apr 17
Feed the Fire Fundraiser to support Crow Shield Lodge
You're Invited! Join us for Feed the Fire Fundraiser to support Crow Shield Lodge. Date: May 9th, 7:00 PM Location: 80 Schneider Ave,...
Apr 17
Participants’ Assembly: Engaged Citizenship: the role of faith communities during an election
3:00 – 4:30 pm ET, Thurs April 24, online Sponsored by the Canadian Interfaith Conversation Please register for free at:...
Apr 5
Red Dress Day & the Wilmot Ecumenical Working Group on Indigenous/Settler Relationships
May 5th marks Red Dress Day in Canada, a day of remembrance for the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two...
Mar 26
Exploring the Essence of Religious Festivals: An Interfaith and Multicultural Eid Celebration
As promised, we are pleased to inform you that the postponed interfaith event originally scheduled for March 9, 2025 has been rescheduled...
Mar 26
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