$89,42689%Goal:
$100,000
Mississauga Meadowvale
Hosted by The Dam
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Team up, walk, and fundraise! It’s cold out there... but there’s no place like home.
Opening Ceremonies
Watch our 23 minute Opening Ceremonies Video recording.
Community Sponsors
Mississauga Meadowvale (The Dam) is super grateful for our fantastic 2022 sponsors! View all sponsors >
2022 CNOY Photos
Thanks to all of our amazing photographer volunteers! If you've got a CNOY Day snapshot you'd like to share, email it to photos@cnoy.org.
Mississauga Meadowvale 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 >
About The Dam
When Eddy ended up on the streets of Toronto 25 years ago, there wasn’t a Dam for him to get the help when he needed it most. The worst part about being homeless is not just wondering where you’ll sleep at night, but also the instability and chaos that it causes in everyday life. Since 1995, the Dam has been creating a sense of belonging, community and more importantly a sense of home, not just for youth like Eddy, but for all youth coming of age in this overwhelming digital age.
Our Mission is partnering with Mississauga’s youth to create an inclusive community where all are welcomed, valued and respected. Our Vision is a community of youth empowered by discovering their worth, enabling them to grow and thrive in our community.
Walk with us on Feb 26th to support the youth of Mississauga.
Mississauga Meadowvale Maps
Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:
Meadowvale Drop-in 2km walk route
Meadowvale Drop-in 5km route.
Cooksville Drop-in 2km route.
Cooksville Drop-in 5km route.
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 26, 2022!
Join us in-person on Saturday, February 26, 2022. Scroll down to read all the event day details!
Start
Option #1: 6945 Meadowvale Town Centre Circle
This year we will be meeting in the parking lot of the Meadowvale West Church Centre, immediately behind our drop in at the Meadowvale Town Centre. Drop in will be open for bathrooms and for you to take a quick peek at our newly renovated space!
Option #2: Cooksville - 3115 Hurontario Street
We are excited to offer you the option to meet at our Cooksville drop in this year! At this drop in we are located right in the hustle and bustle of the city, but are grateful to have a big open yard where we can host you outdoors. Drop in will be open for bathrooms.
Check-in
- All walkers must check-in personally to participate in the in-person event on Saturday, February 26, 2022.
- Toques! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a CNOY toque as a thank you, while supplies last.
- No money or cheques will be processed at check-in.
Have questions? Visit our FAQ section!
Schedule
- 1:00pm: Online Opening Ceremonies - watch here https://youtu.be/X8vq03tzf04
- 3:00 pm: Meet Up at CNOY Locations
- Watch our Live Stream of activities at https://youtu.be/bBt7yiPPwT4 or on our website at https://www.thedam.org/events
- 5:00 pm: Last Teams Left
- 6:00 pm: CNOY Locations Close
- 7:00 pm: Online Closing Cuppa Ceremonies - watch on our website at https://www.thedam.org/events
- Watch for more updates!
Route Details
- Route Distances: 2 km or 5 km
- Rest stop: There will be one rest stop on the 5km route with yummy snacks and drinks
- Signage: All routes will be well-signed with our bold blue CNOY signs
- Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and sweep vehicle drivers will provide support along the route
- 12 and under walkers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times
Toque Pick-up
In-person walkers can pick up their toques at walker check-in on February 26th. For our wonderful virtual walkers, here are the toque pick-up times:
- Team captains may pick up toques for their whole team if they wish
Handling Money
We cannot process cash or cheques at our in-person event. Here's what you can do:
- 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 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 sheet.
- 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.
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
- A face mask for personal use or if you need to go inside
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- Your own water bottle
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for
Waivers
All participants must register online this year and accept the electronic waiver.
- When they register online, they will automatically accept an electronic waiver, which is all that is needed for adults.
- If you have youth or children on your team, they will need to have their parent or guardian sign a printed paper waiver.
- Someone on your team (like you!) must take a photo of all child/youth waivers and send them to waivers@cnoy.org.
Contact Us
The Dam
Katie Cleland Busuttil Community Engagement and Youth Mentor
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email info@cnoy.org