$3250%Goal:
$60,000
Uxbridge
Hosted by North House
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities. Let’s change the tune for people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness... because it’s cold out there. Join us on February 22, 2025 - team up, fundraise, and walk with us!
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 22, 2025!
Canada is facing a new wave of homelessness driven by the cost-of-living crisis. Thousands of families are facing the impossible choice between putting food on the table and paying ever-increasing rent. More and more people are losing their homes, and the prospect of securing affordable housing is becoming even harder to reach, especially for people who are already experiencing homelessness.
With the cost of living at an all-time high, many are struggling to make ends meet. For more and more people, an unexpected expense could be the very thing that pushes them into homelessness. No one should have to decide between putting food on the table or paying for rent, but that is the reality for many—and for those who are already homeless, the situation is becoming even more dire.
North House is always there to help and it is through support like yours that we continue to assist the most vulnerable in all three North Durham townships including Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge.
Schedule
- 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in
- 4:45 pm: Muster Gather for Opening Remarks
- 5:00 pm: Move Send-off
- 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 7:00 pm: Mosey Goodbye + see you in 2026!
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 22, 2025 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 the age of majority 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!
Uxbridge 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 >
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 North House
Canada is facing a new wave of homelessness driven by the cost-of-living crisis. Thousands of families are facing the impossible choice between putting food on the table and paying ever-increasing rent. More and more people are losing their homes, and the prospect of securing affordable housing is becoming even harder to reach, especially for people who are already experiencing homelessness.
With the cost of living at an all-time high, many are struggling to make ends meet. For more and more people, an unexpected expense could be the very thing that pushes them into homelessness. No one should have to decide between putting food on the table or paying for rent, but that is the reality for many—and for those who are already homeless, the situation is becoming even more dire.
North House is always there to help and it is through support like yours that we continue to assist the most vulnerable in all three North Durham townships including Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge.
Join us on February 22, 2025 as we walk to end homelessness in north Durham.
2024 CNOY Photos
Special thanks to our many amazing volunteer photographers!
Contact Us
CNOY Uxbridge 2025
Courtney Munn Community Engagement & Events Coordinator
Phone 289.640.1929ext114
Email events@northhouse.ca