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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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Lectures in Catholic Experience: Muslim Theologian
A Muslim Theologian Teaching at a Catholic University St. Jerome's University's Lectures in Catholic Experience Thursday, January 9, 2025...
Nov 30, 2024
Giving Machines
Here is some more information about the Charity Donation Vending Machines that were mentioned at the last IGR Member's Meeting. You can...
Nov 30, 2024
Peace & Conflict Studies Info Session
Current events offer a painful reminder of the ongoing oppression, violence, and deeply rooted conflicts in our world, highlighting the...
Nov 5, 2024
Humanism in Action Conference
We are pleased to invite members of Interfaith Grand River to join us at the Humanism in Action: Igniting Progress for Positive Change ...
Nov 5, 2024
Film Screening: Walking Through the Fire
The Wilmot Ecumenical Working Group on Indigenous Settler/Relationships is hosting a free screening of Walking Through the Fire on...
Oct 18, 2024
Community Builders Awards Gala
Muslim Social Services Waterloo Region (MSS) is hosting a Community Builders Awards Gala on November 13th and early bird tickets are on...
Sep 25, 2024
Humanity House Pilot Project
Humanity First, after its establishment in the Waterloo Region, has embarked on a project "Humanity House" for the region of Waterloo in...
Sep 25, 2024
Petition to Make the Hindu Temple in Kitchener Accessible by Public Transit
Currently, many Temple goers lack reliable and convenient transportation, notably during prayer hours. A new route would support the...
Sep 25, 2024
The Spiritual Turn and the Challenge of Solidarity
Lectures in Catholic Experience Presents, Galen Watts September 26th | 7:30 p.m. SJ1, Classrooms and Library Building, Notre Dame Chapel...
Sep 25, 2024
Moving For Good: Walk to End Chronic Homelessness
Moving for Good: The Walk to End Chronic Homelessness will take place on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Hosted...
Aug 22, 2024
Grand River Water Ceremony
Preparations are now underway for the 2024 All Nations Grand River Water Walk, September 15 to 21. The core walkers will journey more...
Aug 22, 2024
Meet the Author: Tending to Tomorrow
On Sunday afternoon, September 15, the Laudato Si Action Team at St. Francis of Assisi parish is hosting local author Leah Ressor...
Aug 22, 2024
Save the Date: Mark A Miller and Inshallah on October 24th and 25th
Mark Miller is an organist, professor, and composer whose hymns and anthems promote equity and social justice. Inshallah is a community...
Jul 17, 2024
Signs of Peace: A Retrospective of Peace Posters
July 2 – October 31, 2024 at the Grebel Gallery Featuring over 40 posters from organizations and initiatives connected to Grebel, this...
Jul 8, 2024
IGR Signs on to the Canadian Interfaith Conversation's Statement Against Hate
The Canadian Interfaith Conversation issued a statement on behalf of over 60 signatory faith traditions and institutions, to present a...
Jul 5, 2024
On The Table: Building Community Connection
June 7th-9th On The Table is a program run by the Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF) to encourage community connection. Between...
May 22, 2024
The Quest to Experience God - A Talk on Christian Science
Sunday June 9th at 2pm
May 22, 2024
Global Waves, Local Ripples: Examining the Impact of International Events on Community Relations
Thursday June 6th, 2024 at 5:00 PM The event will begin with a tribute to the Afzaal family, followed by the release of CMW’s 3rd annual...
May 19, 2024
May is Jewish Heritage Month and Asian Heritage Month!
Check out some resources to learn about the Canadian Jewish Experience, and Jewish Heritage Month. Plus learn something new with the...
May 19, 2024
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