Raised:
$81,178115%Goal:
$70,000
$81,178115%Goal:
$70,000
Waterdown
Hosted by Eagles Nest
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Join us on February 24, 2024 - team up, fundraise, walk, and take a moment to look closer... because it’s cold out there.
Community Sponsors
Waterdown (Eagles Nest) is super grateful for our fantastic 2024 sponsors! View all sponsors >
Hickory Dickory Decks
Lead Sponsor
Zip Signs Ltd.
Supporting Sponsor
Connon Nurseries
Route Sponsor
Higgins Hardscape
Route Sponsor
Eric's No Frills - Waterdown
Route Sponsor
Kitching, Steepe & Ludwig Funeral Home
Route Sponsor
Brown Lawyers
Route Sponsor
Forsythe Lubrication Inc.
Route Sponsor
Cottage Country Candies
Route Sponsor
True North Records
Route Sponsor
Youth Unlimited YFC Waterdown
Goods and Services
Jitterbug Cafe
Goods and Services
Kim Mlekuz Photography
Goods and Services
McDonalds
Goods and Services
Tea At The White House
Goods and Services
Watermark Taphouse & Grille
Goods and Services
Turtle Jack's Waterdown
Goods and Services
Waterdown Collision
Goods and Services
Fortinos - Waterdown
Goods and Services
Gino's Pizza Waterdown
Goods and Services
Boston Pizza Waterdown
Goods and Services
Starbucks Waterdown
Goods and Services
2024 CNOY Photos
Thanks to all of our amazing volunteer photographers! If you've got CNOY Day photos or videos you'd like to share, contact photos@bluesea.org.
Waterdown 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 >
Teams
Walkers
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 Eagles Nest
On February 24th, join Eagles Nest for the Coldest Night of the Year and be a part of a story that restores hope and changes lives in our community.
Removing financial barriers for individuals looking for mental health support is important to Eagles Nest.
The Coldest Night of the Year is an opportunity for our community to make a difference in the lives of others. Ready to join us?
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 24, 2024!
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200 Hamilton St N, Waterdown, ON L0R 2H0
Walkers will start at Waterdown Memorial Park. Parking is available on site. Registration will be set up under the Pavilion.
Schedule
- 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in + Welcome
- 5:00 pm: Move Send-off
- 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 7:00 pm: Mosey Goodbye + see you in 2025!
Not able to join us in person at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, 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: 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.
- Children 12 and under 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 participating at the Main Event on Saturday, February 24, 2024 must check-in upon arrival.
- 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.
- Offsite fundraising walkers can contact their local event director to arrange toque pickup the week of the event.
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 accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
- Youth/Children under 18 need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
- An online form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before 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!
Contact Us
CNOY Waterdown 2024
The CNOY Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email waterdown@cnoy.org