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87%$17,520Goal: $20,000

Grey Highlands

United Way Bruce Grey - South Grey

54 Walkers|8 Teams|12 Volunteers

The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness... because it’s cold out there. Join us on February 28, 2026 - across the country, close to home!

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Event Day Details

Save the date - CNOY Day is February 28, 2026!

Start/Finish Google Map

55 Victoria Ave, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0

Schedule

  • 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in
  • 4:45 pm: Muster Gather for Opening Remarks
  • 5:00 pm: Move Send-off
  • 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
  • 7:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2027!

Not able to join us in person at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, fundraise and walk offsite with friends and family.

Route Details

  • Route Distances: Check out the maps below to see where we will be walking.
  • Rest stop: Keep an eye out for opportunities to rest and refresh with yummy snacks along the route.
  • Signage: Routes will be well-signed with our bold blue CNOY signs.
  • Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and support vehicle drivers provide support along the route.
  • Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
  • No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at the Coldest Night of the Year except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >

Check-In

  • All walkers participating at the Main Event on Saturday, February 28, 2026 must check-in upon arrival.
  • Toques! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a CNOY toque as a thank you on event day, while supplies last.
  • Offsite fundraising walkers can contact their local event director to arrange toque pickup the week of the event.

Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!

Handling Money

  • Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the CNOY Head Office.
  • Cheques: The Old Faithful - made out to Coldest Night of the Year with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to CNOY Head Office along with your completed pledge form.
  • Cash: You have 2 options:
  • 1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Cheques,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...
  • 2. Write a cheque (made out to “Coldest Night of the Year”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the CNOY Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.

Waivers

All participants must register online and accept the electronic waiver.

  • Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
  • Youth/Children under the age of majority need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
  • An online form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before CNOY Day.
  • Waivers will also be available at check-in on CNOY Day.

What to Bring

A few common sense suggestions:

  • A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)
  • Good waterproof shoes/boots for walking
  • Warm coat and mitts/gloves
  • Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
  • Your own water bottle
  • A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for!

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Grey Highlands Maps

Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:

About United Way Bruce Grey - South Grey

The Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser raises funds for one of United Way Bruce Grey’s core priorities: “From Poverty to Possibility.” This initiative funds essential programs that tackle food insecurity, utility assistance, homelessness, and the provision of school supplies for students from low-income families—fostering lasting change and hope for a brighter future.

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The South East Grey Community Health Centre (SEGCHC) plays a vital role in supporting individuals and families in South Grey facing the challenges of poverty. Thanks to the 2025 Coldest Night of the Year event, SEGCHC provided 212 free boxes of fresh produce to local families in need.


Join us for the 2026 Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk on Saturday, February 28th. Funds raised will directly support vulnerable community members in South Grey. Together, we can make a meaningful difference right here at home.


https://unitedwayofbrucegrey.com/


https://www.segchc.ca/

Grey Highlands Scoreboard

Are you thrashing the competition (for a good cause)? Find out here! Stats are updated every 15 minutes. See how you stack up on the national scoreboard >

Teams
Walkers

#

Team Name

Captain

Members

Raised

1

SEGCHC Board of Directors

Janet Pounder

4

3,850.00

2

Betty's Brigades

Dave Meslin

4

2,508.00

3

SEGCHC Huddle Up & Help

Crystal Ferguson

5

2,310.00

4

Team Pickleball Grey Highlands SEGCHC

Debbie Plested

5

2,050.00

5

United With Us

jackie ralph

2

902.00

6

South East Grey Support Services

Jenny Lafrenere

11

720.00

7

Municipality of Grey Highlands

Jerri-Lynn Levitt

6

715.00

8

Pickleball Grey Highlands Part 2

Karen Alton

4

670.00

#

Name

Team Name

Donors

Raised

1

Duncan Waugh

SEGCHC Board of Directors

12

2,400.00

2

Janet Pounder

SEGCHC Board of Directors

3

1,100.00

3

Debbie Plested

Team Pickleball Grey Highlands SEGCHC

7

925.00

4

Crystal Ferguson

SEGCHC Huddle Up & Help

3

900.00

5

Claire Russell

SEGCHC Huddle Up & Help

4

750.00

6

Dave Meslin

Betty's Brigades

5

550.00

7

Theresa Baker

SEGCHC Huddle Up & Help

13

460.00

8

Julie Reitzel

Betty's Brigades

6

445.00

9

Sandy Thornton

Team Pickleball Grey Highlands SEGCHC

6

375.00

10

Janet Koecher

Betty's Brigades

3

275.00

11

Karen Holt

Municipality of Grey Highlands

6

270.00

12

Jackie Ralph

United With Us

3

250.00

13

Teija-Lynn Murphy

6

215.00

14

Elaine Antram

3

200.00

15

Jenny Lafrenere

South East Grey Support Services

4

200.00

16

Kathy Fraser

SEGCHC Huddle Up & Help

3

150.00

17

Michael Katkov

4

150.00

18

Karen Alton

Pickleball Grey Highlands Part 2

2

150.00

19

Samantha Stoddart

South East Grey Support Services

5

150.00

20

Lois Harris

Team Pickleball Grey Highlands SEGCHC

4

150.00

21

Debbie Katkov

1

150.00

22

Doug Alton

Pickleball Grey Highlands Part 2

2

150.00

23

Paul Wagenaar

1

150.00

24

Kristy Willicombe

South East Grey Support Services

4

115.00

25

Cara Sullivan

Pickleball Grey Highlands Part 2

2

100.00

26

Elaine Mitchell

Betty's Brigades

1

100.00

27

Gavin Vammus

SEGCHC Board of Directors

1

100.00

28

Paul Drouillard

Team Pickleball Grey Highlands SEGCHC

1

100.00

29

Reid Dennison

Pickleball Grey Highlands Part 2

1

100.00

30

Braedon Fisher

South East Grey Support Services

2

75.00

31

Ronan Holt

Municipality of Grey Highlands

2

65.00

32

Jerri-Lynn Levitt

Municipality of Grey Highlands

1

50.00

33

Heather Spry

1

30.00

34

Rob DelDuca

Municipality of Grey Highlands

1

30.00

35

Tom Clark

South East Grey Support Services

1

25.00

36

Josie Kells

South East Grey Support Services

1

25.00

37

Wendy Tymcio

South East Grey Support Services

1

20.00

38

Pat Gilbert

South East Grey Support Services

1

20.00

39

Jesse Tymcio

South East Grey Support Services

1

20.00

40

Jessica Hill

41

Brian Rogers

42

Hailey Grunig

South East Grey Support Services

43

Marie Keyzer

44

jackie ralph

United With Us

45

Sandra McIntosh

SEGCHC Board of Directors

46

Melissa Hutchinson

Municipality of Grey Highlands

47

Dawn Grace

South East Grey Support Services

48

Kristen Penny

SEGCHC Huddle Up & Help

49

Bobbi Jo Bannon

50

Bryden Jones

Team Pickleball Grey Highlands SEGCHC

Community Sponsors

Grey Highlands (United Way Bruce Grey - South Grey) is super grateful for our fantastic 2026 sponsors! View all sponsors >

Top Challengers

Got a big-hearted business, workplace, group, church, or community? Step up and join the Challenge to compete for your local pride in support of CNOY. Check the National Challengeboard to see more!

2025 CNOY Photos

Special thanks to our many amazing volunteer photographers!

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Contact Us


CNOY Grey Highlands 2026

The CNOY Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email greyhighlands@cnoy.org

Got questions about the Coldest Night of the Year?
info@cnoy.org | 1.877.743.3413