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Raised:
$18,765
23%Goal:
$80,000

Elmira

Hosted by Woolwich Community Services

12Walkers7Teams1Volunteers75Days Left

The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities. Let’s change the tune for people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness... because it’s cold out there. Join us on February 22, 2025 - team up, fundraise, and walk with us!

Community Sponsors

Elmira (Woolwich Community Services) is super grateful for our fantastic 2025 sponsors! View all sponsors >

Event Day Details

Save the date - CNOY Day is February 22, 2025!

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Woodside Bible Fellowship

200 Barnswallow Dr.

Elmira, ON

N3B 3K2

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 Goodbye + see you in 2026!

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 22, 2025 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!

Elmira Maps

Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:

Elmira 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

United in Faith Walkers

Robyn Gromeder

4

1,445.00

2

Frosty and Furious

Christina Veltkamp

1

200.00

3

Starbucks Elmira

Candice-Leigh Gray

2

100.00

4

Simpson Print

Lucas Versage

1

20.00

5

The Woolwich Wanderers

Lorna Weber

2

6

Woolwich Community Walkers Team

Kelly Christie

1

7

Crazy Crew

Laura Moss

1

#

Name

Team Name

Donors

Raised

1

Robyn Gromeder

United in Faith Walkers

4

600.00

2

Tara Bradley

United in Faith Walkers

6

520.00

3

Joanna Miller

United in Faith Walkers

1

250.00

4

Christina Veltkamp

Frosty and Furious

4

200.00

5

Candice-Leigh Gray

Starbucks Elmira

1

100.00

6

Lucas Versage

Simpson Print

1

20.00

7

Lorna Weber

The Woolwich Wanderers

8

Darcy Weber

The Woolwich Wanderers

9

Laura Moss

Crazy Crew

10

Tate Driscoll

Starbucks Elmira

11

Krista Albrecht

United in Faith Walkers

12

Kelly Christie

Woolwich Community Walkers Team

The Challenge

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!

About Woolwich Community Services

The Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk provides an opportunity for community members to lift up those in need.


Woolwich Community Services (WCS) has been the helping hand, supportive friend, and the community service provider to thousands of individuals and families since 1974.


Our mission is to build a safe, supportive community by providing opportunities and resources for all residents in Woolwich and Northern Wellesley Townships. WCS offers 8 core programs: Community Information Centre, Woolwich Food Bank, Woolwich Thrift Shop, Christmas Goodwill, Family Violence Prevention, Low-German Family Support, Community Hub Programming, and Individual Support.


Come and join Woolwich Community Services on Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 for the Coldest Night of the Year and be part of making a positive change for those in need in our community.


Step outside and WALK with US to raise money for programs and supports offered in YOUR community.


“Together Making A Difference.”

2024 CNOY Photos

Special thanks to our many amazing volunteer photographers!

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Contact Us


CNOY Elmira 2025

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

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