$52,954105%Goal:
$50,000
Halifax Downtown
Hosted by ARK
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Join us on February 24, 2024 - team up, fundraise, walk, and take a moment to look closer... because it’s cold out there.
Community Sponsors
Halifax Downtown (ARK) is super grateful for our fantastic 2024 sponsors! View all sponsors >
2024 CNOY Photos
Thanks to all of our amazing volunteer photographers! If you've got CNOY Day photos or videos you'd like to share, contact photos@bluesea.org.
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 24, 2024!
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2535 Robie St. Halifax
Local Details
We have made the difficult decision to cancel the walk-portion of this year's Halifax Downtown CNOY due to the forecast.
While we recognize that buses aren't running, if you are able to safely travel, we would love for you to join us from 4-6pm for Check-in, Celebration with the band, and a hot meal (food will be served at 5pm).
If you are not able to travel to our location, please join our livestream online . Click on 'CNOY 2024'. This link, hosted on our location sponsor's website, will be available and active by 4pm.
We have the choice to walk or not tonight; those we are honouring who are homeless don't always have that privilege.
Thank you for making a difference!
Schedule
- 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in + Welcome
- 5:00 pm: Move Send-off
- 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 7:00 pm: Mosey Goodbye + see you in 2025!
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 24, 2024 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 18 need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
- An online form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before CNOY Day.
- You may also bring a filled-out printed waiver.
- 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!
Halifax Downtown 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 >
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 ARK
In 1998, ARK opened its doors & became a home base for traveling and street-involved youth. We welcomed youth from across Canada for 25 years; the space became home to hundreds.
These days, we walk alongside families & individuals, advocating for social justice, building relationships that together allow us to provide outreach & support. All community members are respected, celebrated & encouraged to thrive. We offer:
- legal advice, health & dental care, addiction services, mental health support, education, employment, & housing options
- assistance accessing emergency shelter & finding long-term housing, providing support as new accommodations turn into homes, advocating for affordable housing
- mentorship opportunities & possibilities for groups to get involved
- support through the court system & correctional facilities
We are committed to networking with other outreach groups in our community including those that are both regional & national. Together we create a place to call home.
Contact Us
CNOY Halifax Downtown 2024
The CNOY Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email halifaxdowntown@cnoy.org