Etobicoke Lakeshore
Haven on the Queensway
287 Walkers|44 Teams|65 Volunteers
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 Haven on the Queensway
At Haven on the Queensway Haven on the Queensway, we are committed to creating an atmosphere of compassion, respect, dignity, and security for those in need, helping them take steps toward self-sufficiency.
Through our essential services, we strive to address the challenges faced by individuals and families in our community:
• First Care: Supporting families and new parents with newborns up to 6 months old with essential items.
• Food Bank: Serving over 1,500 individuals and families each week.
• Haven’s Closet: Providing free clothing to newcomers and refugees in need.
• Haven Helping Seniors: Supporting and assisting isolated and low-income seniors.
• Hope with Wheels: A street outreach van delivering hot food, clothing, basic necessities, and mental health support to the homeless in South Etobicoke and Toronto three times a week.
With all our programs combined, Haven serves over 6,000 people monthly—a number that continues to grow. Your contribution helps sustain these vital services, creating a ripple effect of positivity and making a lasting impact on countless lives.
The Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is a way for the whole community - all ages and backgrounds - to come support and build up the people who need it most. We're so excited for CNOY 2026 because the need is greater now than ever before, but together, New HOPE Starts HERE.
Etobicoke Lakeshore 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 >
Community Sponsors
Etobicoke Lakeshore (Haven on the Queensway) is super grateful for our fantastic 2026 sponsors! View all sponsors >
Top Challengers
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!
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 28, 2026!
Start/Finish Google Map
76 Fordhouse Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 5X7
At Haven on the Queensway New Building
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.
Local Details
Parking
On the street along Fordhouse Blvd or at the IKEA covered lot
Rest Stop
Visit the Haven table and truck at the halfway point of the IKEA east parking lot
Post-Event Meal
Enjoy our BBQ and refreshments from our sponsors
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!
Etobicoke Lakeshore Maps
Check out this year's CNOY route maps below:
Start and Finish at Haven's new building
2025 CNOY Photos
Special thanks to our many amazing volunteer photographers!
Contact Us
CNOY Etobicoke Lakeshore 2026
The CNOY Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email etobicokelakeshore@cnoy.org