Nelson

About Nelson CARES Society

At Nelson CARES we reach out to support the most vulnerable people in the community. One of our goals is the preservation, maintenance and development of affordable housing in Nelson, British Columbia. The focus of the last three CNOY walks was the refurbishment of our downtown affordable housing building, Ward Street Place. This year the funding focus shifts to support individuals.

Our Ready For Home program provides supports to homeless individuals ready for housing, individuals newly housed and those at risk of losing their housing. At the core of Ready For Home is a paid staff member who works one-on-one with individuals to find housing, to transition into affordable housing and to sustain them in their existing accommodation.

At Nelson CARES respect for every individual is an ordinary everyday occurrence. Nelson CARES Society preserves and maintains affordable housing in Nelson, British Columbia. Please Join us and show your respect to all individuals in our wonderful community

Contact Us

Nelson CARES Society

Stephanie Myers Campaign Coordinator
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email fundcoordinator@nelsoncares.ca

Community Sponsors

Nelson is super grateful for our fantastic 2019 sponsors! View all sponsors >

Event Day Details

Save the date - CNOY Day is February 23, 2019!

Start

Wildflower ( Central ) School

811 Stanley St, Nelson, BC V1L 1N8

Times

• 4 pm - Registration opens

• 5 pm - Opening Ceremonies

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

• 6 pm - Registration closes

• 6 pm - Meal service begins at St Joseph's School 523 Mill Street

• 8 pm - Route closes, meal service ends

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

Registration

Registration opens at 4:00 pm

All walkers must check-in at registration upon arrival

Check out the What to Bring section below.

Registration Type

• Children 0-10: Free

• Youth 11-17: Fundraise a minimum of $75 or pay registration fee

• Adult 18+: Fundraise a minimum of $150 or pay registration fee

For those who chose to pay the non-refundable registration fee, the early bird cost of $25 applies until Sunday, February 17th. After that, the fee will be $40.

Have questions?

• Visit our FAQ section!

Route Details

Route Options include:

2 km walk

5 km walk

10 km walk

Rest stops will be available on all routes. Please bring along your own to-go mug for the drinks at the rest stops so we can cut down on waste. Thanks.

All routes will be well signed.

Route marshalls, rest stop attendants, and sweep vehicle drivers will be available for support along the route.

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

What to Bring

• any cash or cheques made out to "Coldest Night of the Year"

• a completed Pledge Sheet or My Results Form to match the cash or cheques

• a signed Waiver Form

• good walking waterproof shoes/boots

• head lamp or flashlight

• to-go mug for drinks at the rest stops

• warm coat & mitts

Come prepared while keeping an eye on the expected weather.

Nelson 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 >

Nelson Maps

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