Richmond Hill

About Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold

The Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold Program provides safe refuge, warm hospitality and emergency shelter in York Region to the homeless or those in need of food/clothing.

Overnight shelters are operated by various interfaith communities on different nights of the week from November to March.

Despite popular belief, homelessness can affect anyone regardless of age, ethnicity or status. It is not just a problem affecting drug users or alcoholics but anyone can face poverty and homelessness during difficult financial hardships. Out of the Cold has improved the lives of many who find themselves on the street during difficult times. An Out of the Cold guest once told one of the volunteers, "I feel like I'm with family when I come here.”

Walk with us on Feb 22nd, and raise funds to help us continue serving those at risk in our region!

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

2019 CNOY Photos

Photo Credit: Photos provided by SNAPD Richmond Hill and Chris Robart

Event Day Details

Save the date - Event Day is February 22, 2020!

Welcome to the Coldest Night of the Year (Richmond Hill)! CNOY Richmond Hill will be a fun, community "gathering" and walk to raise critical funds for the Out of the Cold program!

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St George Antiochian Orthodox Church (St George Centre)

9116 Bayview Avenue

Richmond Hill, ON

L4B 3M9

(closest intersection is Bayview Ave. and 16th Ave.)

Times

Here's the schedule for Event Day:

• 4 pm: Registration opens

• 5 pm: Opening Ceremonies

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

• 6 pm: Registration closes

• 6 pm: Food & Entertainment begins

• 8 pm: Route closes, Food & Entertainment ends

Yummy Food on Event Day:

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

Registration

Registration Process:

• Registration opens at 4:00 pm.

• All walkers must check-in at registration upon arrival.

• Check out the What to Bring section below.

Registration Types:

• Children 0-10: Free to participate (but you'll need to raise $75 to earn a toque)

• Youth 11-17: Fundraise $75+ to earn your CNOY toque or pay the $25 registration fee

• Adult 18+: Fundraise $150+ to earn your CNOY toque or pay the $25 registration fee

Route Details

• Route Distances: 2 km, 5 km, or 10 km walks.

• Rest stops are available on all routes.

• All routes will be well signed.

• Route marshals, rest stop attendants, and sweep vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.

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

What to Bring

• Cheques made out to Coldest Night of the Year and cash donations

• A completed Pledge Form or My Results Form if you’re bringing cash or cheques

• A signed Waiver Form if:

• You're 17 years and under, or

• You didn’t sign up online before event day

• Good waterproof shoes/boots for walking

• Warm coat and mitts

• A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)

• Extra food or snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities

• Water in a reusable bottle (recommended but not required). There will be water available, but we encourage you to bring your own non plastic water container

• A passion for Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold

Contact Us

Richmond Hill

Rehana Sumar Executive Director & CNOY Event Director
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 4169486682
Email rsumar@rogers.com