There’s still time to join the Niagara College’s Knight Walkers for the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) on Saturday, February 28 in support of Open Arms Welland.
The annual, family-friendly community walk raises funds and awareness for individuals experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness in the local community. All funds raised through the Welland event stay local to support Open Arms Welland.
NC’s team fundraising goal is $5,000, and students, staff, and community members are encouraged to take part or show their support through joining the walk and donating to the cause.
To sign up or donate, visit the NC Knight Walkers page here.
Event Details
Registration begins at 3:00 p.m., with the walk starting at 4:00 p.m., and a post-walk reception will be hosted from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Welland Campus Learning Commons, a new location for 2026 to accommodate the event’s growing number of walkers and community support. The walk will follow the same route as last year, with parking and security arrangements remaining unchanged.
Parking and Road Closures at Welland Campus
- Parking lots A and C can be accessed via First Avenue, lot F can be accessed via Woodlawn Road or Rice Road, and lot G can be accessed via Woodlawn Road.
- Barricades will be in place around campus to ensure a safe walkway for participants and volunteers. The walk will begin at 4 p.m. from the Athletic & Student Centre Entrance.
- North Road and Chippewan Boulevard at Talbot Trail will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic during the walk (see below map).
If you are unable to join in person, you can still show your support by donating through the NC Knight Walkers fundraising page here.
Map
About Coldest Night of the Year
The Coldest Night of the Year is a national fundraising walk held in communities across Canada in support of local charities. Since 2011, CNOY has raised millions to support programs for individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, and food insecurity. All funds raised through the Welland walk stay local to support Open Arms Welland.
For more information about the walk, or to learn how to join or donate, visit the Knight Walkers team page: secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=1037594 or cnoy.org/location/welland.
