Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign

Fabric & Yarn Sale
2025-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | St. Andrews United Church, 218 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 2R2, Canada
Saturday, October 25th
– 10am – 3pm
St. Andrews United Church
218 Kinchant Street Upstairs Hall.

Fair Trade and Artisan Market
2025-11-01 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Trinity Grace United Church (803 East 16th Avenue), Vancouver, BC, 803 East 16th Ave., Vancouver, BC, Canada
Please join the VanGogos at this wonderful Fair Trade and Artisan Market on Saturday, November 1, from 10 AM to 4 PM! We will have a table filled with lovely crafts for sale. We are raising funds are for the Stephen Lewis Foundation (SLF) Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign, supporting grandmothers in 14 countries in Africa where SLF partners work. The SLF works with 98 community-led organizations across these countries.
Discover unique, ethically sourced products and handcrafted goods from local artisans and fair-trade organizations. Support businesses that prioritize sustainability, fair wages, and community impact.
This is a wonderful opportunity to:
• Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and treasures
• Meet the makers and learn their stories
• Support ethical and sustainable businesses
• Connect with our community
Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Trinity Grace United Church (803 East 16th Avenue), Vancouver, BC
Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family! See you there!

Annual Grandmothers Embrace Jewellery, Purse and Scarf Sale
2025-11-08 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | St. John’s United Church Alliston ON, 56 Victoria St E, Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1L5, Canada
We offer tables of gently used Jewellery, Purses and Scarves. Some new.
Silent Auction and Craft tables.
Cash and debit payment.

Market For Africa
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | BC
An amazing array of jewellery, antiques, art, African products, Tasty Baked Goods & Preserves; Crafted Gifts and Wearables, Christmas wreaths & decorations, Cotton quilting fabric and notions, Puzzles, Books & Plants. And, a cafe where shoppers can enjoy a beverage and a home-baked treat.

Runway of Hope, An afternoon of fashion, high tea and giving
2025-11-16 14:30 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Heintzman House, 135 By Thorn Drive, Thornhill, Ontario, Canada
Step into the historic Heintzman House for a chic fashion show presented by Lady Sophisticate on Avenue Road. Casual, smart and elegant looks will be modelled in this beautiful setting. Enjoy an elegant high tea including party sandwiches, scones, pastries and more.
All attendees will receive a 20% discount on purchases on the day of the event and afterwards at the store.

Grands 'n' More Winnipeg craft and vintage sale
2025-11-22 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Winnipeg) | 288 Marion St, 288 Marion St, Winnipeg, MB, R2H 0T7
Come and shop the Grands ‘n’ More pop-up sale from 10am to 2pm at 288 Marion Street in Winnipeg.
Crafts include bags and felted items, vintage jewellery, pre-loved jigsaw puzzles and more!

Kids Christmas Shoppe, Edmonton
2025-11-22 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Old Strathcona Antique Mall, 10323-78 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1N8, Canada
When: Saturday, Nov. 22 & Sunday, Nov. 23 — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Old Strathcona Antique Mall, 10323-78 Avenue NW
Who: Kids aged 3–12
The Antique Mall’s vendors have carefully selected ($5-20) gifts appropriate for children to give to parents, grandparents and siblings. Children aged 3–12 get their very own “secret shopper”
experience with help from our wonderful volunteers from The GANG (Grandmothers of Alberta for a New Generation – Stephen Lewis Foundation). No GST, cash only, no entrance fee.
The Edmonton Grandmothers will also be selling delicious jams, preserves, and baking.

Kids Christmas Shoppe
2025-11-23 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Old Strathcona Antique Mall, 10323-78 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1N8, Canada
The Antique Mall’s vendors have carefully selected ($5-20) gifts appropriate for children to give to parents, grandparents and siblings. Children aged 3–12 get their very own “secret shopper” experience with help from our wonderful volunteers from The GANG (Grandmothers of Alberta for a New Generation – Stephen Lewis Foundation). No GST, cash only, no entrance fee. The Edmonton Grandmothers will also be selling delicious jams, preserves, and baking.

Burnaby Gogos Craft & Bake Sale
2025-11-30 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Deer Lake United Church, 5135 Sperling Ave., Burnaby, BC, British Columbia, V5E 2T2, Canada
Holiday baking and a wide variety of
high quality crafts created by our members.
Signature “gogo” totes, kitchen items, home accessories, seasonal decorations & more.
Gifts for all occasions & prices for every budget!
All proceeds to the Grandmothers Campaign.

Yoga Morning and Breakfast
2026-02-14 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Hudson Community Center, 481 Main Road, Hudson, QC, J0P 1H0, Canada
What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than by starting with a relaxing yoga session with loved ones and friends. Grannies Aid for Africa, Hudson are hosting a morning of regenerative yoga with Maureen Ruiter, followed by a light breakfast consisting of delicious home baked goodies. Begin this weekend with peace, compassion and love in your hearts!
Grannies Aid for Africa, Hudson has been working for 15+ years to raise funds for the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. The Stephen Lewis Foundation‘s community-led partners are building a future free from AIDS by providing care and support to women, children orphaned by AIDS, grandmothers, LGBTIQ communities and people living with HIV and AIDS. For more information, or how you can get involved, please contact 514-770-9997.

18th ANNUAL SCRABBLE FUNDRAISER
2026-03-03 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-07 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC
Wow! A fun day on Salt Spring! Come with friends or on your own and make new ones!

MUSICATHON 2026
2026-04-11 | Create St. James Anglican Church, 7 Bond St. E., 7 Bond St. East., Fenelon Falls, Kawartha Lakes-Brock, ON, K0M 1N0, Canada
7 continous hours of music, all genres; big band, choir, country and folk, guitar, Celtic fiddle music, African drumming circle. Audience particpation prizes. Refreshments are available. Come and spend the whole day or come to hear your favourite singers or group. Admission by donation to the Stephen Lewis Foundation, Grandmothers Campaign.

Harmony & Hope: Jazz, Soul and Blues Benefit Concert
2026-04-16 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall Drive, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
A concert to celebrate the 20th year of the Grandmothers Campaign featuring two great Canadian icons: Jay Douglas and Jackie Richardson!
Headlining the evening is Jay Douglas, a three-time Juno nominee whose rich career spans global music festivals and iconic stages such as Koerner Hall, Harbourfront Theatre, the CNE Bandshell, and The Old Mill. Known for his deep connection to reggae, blues, jazz, and soul, Jay has collaborated with reggae legends and is the subject of the new TVO original film Play It Loud, chronicling his life, struggles, and triumphs.
Jay will perform with a full band and backup singers. Joining him as a special guest is Jackie Richardson, award-winning vocalist and actress, widely regarded as Canada’s foremost singer of gospel, blues, and jazz, a Canadian jazz legend, and a proud recipient of the Order of Canada.
Guests are invited to arrive early for a silent auction and light refreshments, with doors opening at 6pm and the concert beginning at 7:30 pm. The Fairview Library Theatre offers comfortable, fully accessible seating, free parking, and easy TTC access.

Songs and Scones
2026-04-25 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto) | Jubilee United Church, 40 Underhill Dr, North York, Ontario, M3A 2J5
Brookbanks for African Grannies present the Emerging Canadian Artists of the Amadeus Choir.
A traditional Afternoon Tea will follow. 2 pm at Jubilee United Church 40 Underhill Dr
Tickets $30 call 416 427 4357
