Raised:
$87,078174%Goal:
$50,000
$87,078174%Goal:
$50,000
Oceanside/Parksville
Hosted by ICCS Oceanside/Parksville
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. Join us on February 25, 2023 - team up, fundraise, walk, and gather for good... because it’s cold out there.
Community Sponsors
Oceanside/Parksville (ICCS Oceanside/Parksville) is super grateful for our fantastic 2023 sponsors! View all sponsors >
Mainroad Mid-Island Contracting
Lead Sponsor
Coombs Country Campground
Supporting Sponsor
BC Housing
Supporting Sponsor
Ascent Helicopters Ltd.
Rest Stop Sponsor
Mosaic Forest Management
Route Sponsor
Valley Cedar 2 Inc.
Route Sponsor
Coast Glass Ltd.
Route Sponsor
Bayview Dental & Implant Centre
Route Sponsor
Westland Insurance
Route Sponsor
U-Lock Mini Storage
Route Sponsor
Speedy Glass
Route Sponsor
Brightside Physiotherapy
Route Sponsor
The Beach Radio
Media Sponsor
The Lounge
Media Sponsor
Nanaimo Bakery and Cafe
Goods and Services
Thrifty Foods
Goods and Services
Q Burger
Goods and Services
Starbucks Coffee
Goods and Services
Black and White Rental
Goods and Services
Save-on Foods
Goods and Services
Coast Outdoor
Goods and Services
2023 CNOY Photos
Thanks to all of our amazing photographer volunteers! If you've got CNOY Day photos or videos you'd like to share, email it to photos@bluesea.org.
Oceanside/Parksville 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
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 ICCS Oceanside/Parksville
Since 2015, funds raised through the Oceanside CNOY event have allowed us to continue to offer support through the Oceanside Outreach program, in association with the HOST (Homelessness Outreach Support Team).
HOST helps Oceanside residents find affordable housing, receive rent subsidies and then supports the clients to maintain their housing. In some cases, ICCS holds the lease with the landlord, strengthening our commitment to success for these clients. In order to provide needed support 7 days/week, ICCS has committed to providing outreach coverage on weekends to clients in need.
When you support CNOY in Oceanside, you are supporting this important resource in our community!
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 25, 2023!
Schedule
- 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in opens
- 5:00 pm: Move Opening remarks + send-off
- 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 7:00 pm: Mosey Goodbye + see you in 2024!
Not able to join us in person on CNOY Day? We hope you'll 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: All 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.
- 12 and under walkers 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 must check-in personally to participate in the in-person event on Saturday, February 25, 2023.
- 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.
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: When you register online, you automatically accept an electronic waiver, which is all that is needed for adults.
- Youth/Children: If you have youth or children under the age of 18 on your team, they will need to submit a waiver from their parent or guardian.
- An online form will be emailed to all parents/guardians in advance of 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!
Oceanside/Parksville Maps
Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:
2kmView + print!
2km Parksville Route
5kmView + print!
Parksville 5km Rote
The Samaritan Principle
Contact Us
CNOY Oceanside/Parksville 2023
The CNOY Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email oceansideparksville@cnoy.org