$44,945128%Goal:
$35,000
Port Alberni
Hosted by Sage Haven Society
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
Port Alberni (Sage Haven Society) is super grateful for our fantastic 2023 sponsors! View all sponsors >
2023 CNOY Photos
Photo Credit: Susan Roth
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.
Port Alberni 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 Sage Haven Society
We invite you to help us to provide shelter and support for the members of our community who find themselves hungry and homeless. We offer emergency short term housing for women and their children who are at risk of or, who have experienced intimate partner violence and abuse. In the summer of 2023 we will be opening a 22 unit Second Stage housing project for women and children impacted by violence. Through our Community Resource Drop In Centre, we provide warmth, acceptance, and day-time shelter from the cold. A place where everyone is welcome.
Please visit our website, facebook page, or call 250.724.7111 e101 to learn more about our services.
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 25, 2023!
Thank you so much for signing up to walk and fundraise for our CNOY event.
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3082 3rd Avenue
Port Alberni BC
We will have tents set up in the alley behind the building.
Important Notes
- We are meeting in the parking lot of Sage Haven Society which is between 2nd and 3rd Avenue.
- Come early and enjoy free popcorn, courtesy of our local MLA Josie Osborne. We have more fun scheduled.
- Make sure you check in and receive your grab bag with donations from various businesses and individuals.
- If you are walking on a different day please send us pictures. We can also arrange pick-up of toques and grab bags. Just email carolh@sagehavensociety.org
- We appreciate your support!
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!
Port Alberni Maps
Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:
We are meeting in the back parking lot of Sage Haven Society which is the alley between 2nd and 3rd Avenue, just off of Argyle.
We will begin our walk at the back of Sage Haven Society in the alley between 2nd and 3rd Avenue.
Contact Us
CNOY Port Alberni 2023
Carol Hanson Event Director
Phone 250.724.7111e101
Email carolh@acaws.ca