The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness... because it’s cold out there. Join us on February 28, 2026 - across the country, close to home!
St. Boniface Street Links works to end homelessness, reduce poverty and support crime prevention through social development as a “best practice” for successful community development.
Our success is linked to our strong, supportive relationships with all Winnipeg-based end-homelessness and anti-poverty organizations. Through our comprehensive working network with others, we are able to link homeless and other vulnerable citizens to existing programs and services here in St. Boniface and elsewhere in the city of Winnipeg.
No one organization can achieve success on its own but
together we can do this!
SBSL Outcomes: Delivering Meaningful Change
Housing Success: In just 36 months (ending March 2024), 986 individuals have transitioned from encampments to stable housing.
Recovery Milestones: Of those housed, 15% have successfully completed recovery programs and are actively living substance-free.
Sustainable Solutions: On average, SBSL Outreach houses 2 individuals daily, with projections to exceed 600 placements by the end of the fiscal year on March 31, 2025.
Decreased Emergency Response: There has been a notable decline in emergency response calls to both Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), reflecting decreased crisis situations for those we’ve housed with supports.
By investing in SBSL, you are not just supporting a program; you are contributing to a holistic approach that transforms lives and delivers enduring benefits to our city. We cannot sustain this vital work without your support. Please help us! Unfortunately, our programs do not currently qualify for funding through any existing government agreements. Your contribution is crucial to enabling us to continue our mission. Thank you for your support!
CNOY 2026 in St Boniface will begin and end at the Holy Cross Church (252 Dubuc St) for both 2km & 5km portions.
The church will also host before and after events, details as they become available!
For those doing the 5km route, there will be a rest stop with coffee & HC at the 604 St Mary's Rd safe space!
On street Parking near Holy Cross Church is plentiful.
The 5 kilometer walking route will stop at the mid-way point at the Street Links safe space at 604 St Mary's Rd, coffee and Hot Chocolate will be available!
A meal is being generously prepared by our event partners at Holy Cross Church upon returning from the walk!
Ryan Palmquist Associate Director
Phone 2049777647Ext125
Email r.palmquist@stbonifacestreetlinks.com