Raised:
$83,672128%Goal:
$65,000
$83,672128%Goal:
$65,000
Waterloo
Hosted by Supportive Housing of Waterloo
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
Waterloo (Supportive Housing of Waterloo) is super grateful for our fantastic 2024 sponsors! View all sponsors >
Richardson Wealth Management
Lead Sponsor
Cineplex
Supporting Sponsor
McCarter Grespan
Supporting Sponsor
WalterFedy
Supporting Sponsor
Libro Credit Union
Supporting Sponsor
Home Depot
Rest Stop Sponsor
Willson Sand & Gravel
Rest Stop Sponsor
Wilmot Technologies
Route Sponsor
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home
Route Sponsor
KPMG
Community Sponsor
mcCallumSather
Community Sponsor
Zehr Group
Community Sponsor
KPMG
Goods and Services
2024 CNOY Photos
Here's an early collection of our fave CNOY 2024 pics from across North America - special thanks to our many volunteer photographers! If you've got CNOY Day photos or videos you'd like to share, contact photos@bluesea.org.
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 24, 2024!
We will be gathering at First United Church (16 William St. W., Waterloo) and will also end our walk there and enjoy a meal together.
Local Details
Parking
- Please DO NOT park in the church parking lot for the safety of our walkers.
- There is parking beside and across from the Church.
- Parking is free for 2 hours and then free after 5pm, which should ensure free parking for all participants.
- Please use the Caroline Street entrance.
Post-Event Meal
Join us after the walk for a delicious meal of vegetarian chili and buns. There will also be some treats and hot drinks for all to enjoy!
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!
Waterloo Maps
Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:
2/5kmView + print!
The 2km turnaround point is at King and Central
Waterloo 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 Supportive Housing of Waterloo
Supportive Housing of Waterloo (SHOW) believes that housing is a fundamental human right that every member of our community should have access to. We believe in providing the wraparound supports needed in order to remove barriers that inhibit individuals from achieving physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing. SHOW has 3 buildings that each cater to the specific needs of their residents including; affordable housing units, affordable housing for seniors, and supportive housing units for those that have experienced homelessness.
Janet's Story
A powerful story of hope and transformation made possible through the compassionate and caring community members that support SHOW residents.
Contact Us
CNOY Waterloo 2024
Leigh-Ann Christian Donor Engagement Coordinator
Phone 519.886.8200
Email leighannc@showaterloo.org