Winnipeg St. Boniface
Street Links
59 Walkers|18 Teams|8 Volunteers|34 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 28, 2026 - across the country, close to home!
About Street Links
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!
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Community Sponsors
Winnipeg St. Boniface (Street Links) is super grateful for our fantastic 2026 sponsors! View all sponsors >
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Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 28, 2026!
Start/Finish Google Map
252 Dubuc St, Winnipeg, MB R2H 1E3
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!
Local Details
Parking
On street Parking near Holy Cross Church is plentiful.
Rest Stop
Details TBD!
Post-Event Meal
Details TBD!
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 2027!
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 28, 2026 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!
Winnipeg St. Boniface Maps
Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:
2025 CNOY Photos
Special thanks to our many amazing volunteer photographers!
Contact Us
CNOY Winnipeg St. Boniface 2026
Ryan Palmquist Associate Director
Phone 2049777647Ext125
Email r.palmquist@stbonifacestreetlinks.com