Gravenhurst

About Gravenhurst Against Poverty

Gravenhurst Against Poverty is a group of concerned citizens who work with the community members of Gravenhurst to help reduce the effects that poverty has on people living here. We also provide two weekly home cooked meals, and a weekly fresh fruit, vegetables and protein giveaway. We have reaped great benefits from seven G.A.P. gardens this year with the amazing donations from businesses, schools and churches for the use of their land! Our volunteers do too much to list!

We are constantly expanding and and connecting people to other services within our community to help people reduce their burdens! We have a Mental Health group and Transportation group working on new initiatives and a monthly council to discuss what services are available to the Gravenhurst Area and what it is lacking.....

We need everyone's help to keep growing.

Check out www.gravenhurstagainstpoverty.com

for more details on what we are about!

Community Sponsors

Gravenhurst is super grateful for our fantastic 2020 sponsors! View all sponsors >

Gravenhurst Scoreboard

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Gravenhurst Maps

All routes are generously marked with bright CNOY signage, staffed by friendly volunteers, and include rest stops with snacks along the way.

2019 CNOY Photos

Photo Credit: Larry Carroll

Event Day Details

Save the date - Event Day is February 22, 2020!

The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly walk that raises money for charities serving hungry, homeless, and hurting people in our community.

Start

Centennial Centre - Terry Fox Room

Gravenhurst

Times

Here's the schedule for Event Day:

• 4 pm: Registration opens

• 5 pm: Opening Ceremonies

• 5:15 pm: Walk begins (all distances)

• 6 pm: Registration closes

• 6 pm: Meal service begins

• 8 pm: Route closes, meal service ends

Yummy Food on Event Day:

Between 6:00 and 8:00 pm a warm, light meal will be served to all walkers and volunteers.

Registration

Registration Process:

• Registration opens at 4:00 pm.

• All walkers must check-in at registration upon arrival.

• Check out the What to Bring section below.

Registration Types:

• Children 0-10: Free to participate (but you'll need to raise $75 to earn a toque)

• Youth 11-17: Fundraise $75+ to earn your CNOY toque or pay the $25 registration fee

• Adult 18+: Fundraise $150+ to earn your CNOY toque or pay the $25 registration fee

Route Details

• Route Distances: 2 km, 5 km, or 10 km walks.

• Rest stops are available on all routes.

• All routes will be well signed.

• Route marshals, rest stop attendants, and sweep vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.

• All walkers 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

What to Bring

• Cheques made out to Coldest Night of the Year and cash donations

• A completed Pledge Form or My Results Form if you’re bringing cash or cheques

• A signed Waiver Form if:

• You're 17 years and under, or

• You didn’t sign up online before event day

• Good waterproof shoes/boots for walking

• Warm coat and mitts

• A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)

• Extra food or snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities

• A passion for the charity you're walking for

Contact Us

Gravenhurst Against Poverty

Marlene Buwalda-Liao Program Manager
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email info@cnoy.org