Antigonish
Naomi Society
7 Walkers|3 Teams|6 Donors|3 Sponsors|$5,100 Today|116 Days Left
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 27, 2027 - together every winter!
About Naomi Society
Support Naomi Society & The Coldest Night of the Year
Building Community, Keeping People Safe, and Eradicating Violence Against Women
On February 27, 2027, we invite you to join us for the Coldest Night of the Year, a national fundraising event that brings communities together to walk in solidarity with those who face homelessness, hunger, and the dangers of life on the streets during the coldest months of the year. Naomi Society is a vital organization dedicated to empowering women and children in our community, and is proud to be a part of this life-changing event.
Building Community, Empowering Women, and Saving Lives
Antigonish 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 >
# | Team Name | Captain | Members | Raised | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Oliver's Ramblers | Patrick McKenna | 1 | 1,075.00 | |
2 | Taurus Through the Cold | Nicole Mann | 2 | ||
3 | Miles apart, Steps together | Priscilla Pitre | 4 |
Community Sponsors
Antigonish (Naomi Society) is super grateful for our fantastic 2027 sponsors! View all sponsors >
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 27, 2027!
Start/Finish Google Map
133 Church Street
Antigonish Market Square Mall
Antigonish, Nova Scotia
B2G 2E4
1-902-863-3807
Enter at the South end of the Mall by Fresh Food Matters and proceed toward Lawton's Drug Store
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 Thank You! See you in 2028!
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 27, 2027 must check-in upon arrival.
- Toques! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a CNOY toqueCNOY 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!
CNOY Photos from 2026
Thanks to all of our amazing volunteer photographers! If you've got CNOY photos or videos you'd like to share, please contact your local event director.
Contact Us
CNOY Antigonish 2027
Patrick McKenna Event Director
Phone 9023182745
Email ssh@naomisociety.ca