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Coldest Night of the Year 2020 at Our Place Society

Join Our Place Society on February 22nd for a evening time walk in solidarity with Victoria’s Homeless community. Sign up for an engaging evening of social action to help the people in your society who need it the most.

Coldest Night of the Year is a unique way for you and your business, school, church or community group to be part of a national event, and to support Our Place Society to make a difference in your community.

What’s happening?

Join us for a 2Km, 5Km or 10Km walk through the streets of Victoria on February 22nd, starting and ending at Our Place Society on 919 Pandora Avenue. The evening will include music, food, entertainment and prizes as well as a chance to meet and connect with the homeless community you’ve come to support. This is a family friendly event, appropriate for all ages!

The Our Place Society is celebrating 50 years of providing love, hope and belonging to Victoria's most vulnerable citize

Community Sponsors

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Victoria Pandora 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

Our Place

919 Pandora 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: 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

Contact Us

Our Place Society

Steven Seltzer Special Events and Corporate Giving
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email info@cnoy.org