Stratford

About Stratford/​Perth Shelter Link

Stratford/Perth Shelterlink serves youth between the ages of 16 and 24 who are either homeless or are at-risk of becoming homeless. We provide them with access to food, clothing, shelter, health care, counselling, addictions services, assistance with school, life skills, education, employment and housing.

On February 22nd, we will be participating in The Coldest Night of The Year which is a 2k, 5k or 10k walk around the Avon River in Stratford.

Please join us by putting in a team, collecting pledges and walking with us. There will be hot food and warm drinks upon your return to Knox Church.

Our shelter program houses 150 youth per year in Perth County and we are in contact with about 3,000 youth and adults throughout the year who find themselves homeless at any given time.

This will be a fun event for families, work teams, sports teams, youth groups, church groups, corporations, businesses and other not-for-profits.

Let's show Perth County's homeless youth our warmth!

Community Sponsors

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Stratford Scoreboard

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Stratford Maps

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

Event Day Details

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

The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly walk that raises money for charities serving hungry, homeless, and hurting people in our community.

Start

Knox Presbyterian Church

142 Ontario Street

Stratford, Ontario

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: Meal service begins

• 8 pm: Route closes, meal service 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

• A passion for the charity you're walking for