$37,06674%Goal:
$50,000
Peterborough
Hosted by Street Level Advocacy of Peterborough
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
Peterborough (Street Level Advocacy of Peterborough) is super grateful for our fantastic 2023 sponsors! View all sponsors >
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.
Peterborough Scoreboard
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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 Street Level Advocacy of Peterborough
Peterborough has a beautiful downtown. However, in recent years, our downtown has become a resting place for those who do not have a fixated address. Many people camp in the parks, congregate on benches or hang out by the river. The locals have become distressed over the impact this has had on their city, and often get frustrated without understanding why these people live the way they do.
A few years ago, I picked up a young guy on a cold day and offered to help him fix his e-bike as he was visibly struggling with it. I realized that this young man (along with many others) had a huge desire to start a new life, find a job and housing but simply did have the resources or was not taken seriously. He needed an advocate. So I became his advocate and found him permanent housing. From that point on, I began to shift my thinking to how we could become advocates for the homeless and hungry. Our goal now is to build a team that can engage folks on the streets and advocate for their next steps.
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 25, 2023!
StartGoogle Map
The bridge youth centre
256 Brock St.
Peterborough ON
K9H3Y7
Limited parking is available on-site and we have overflow parking arranged within a couple of blocks.
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!
Peterborough Maps
Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:
Loop twice for 5km
All sidewalks Well lit
Contact Us
CNOY Peterborough 2023
The CNOY Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email peterborough@cnoy.org