The Coldest Night of the Year on February 28th (2026) was a ‘winterrific’ family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness… because it’s cold out there.
The event in Saugeen Shores was hosted by Southampton Rotary and the United Way Bruce Grey at Lakeshore Recreation Centre in Port Elgin where more than 170 walkers, 29 teams and 22 volunteers gathered. As always, the walk lived up to its name as the temperature plummeted to minus 16 with a brisk wind, but it didn’t deter the walkers.
As of late February 28th, Saugeen Shores goal of $60,000 was at 70 per cent or $43,922.
Other communities involved to date:
Kincardine – goal $40,000; raised to date 92% = $36.980
Meaford – goal $20,000; raised to date 140% = $28,171
Owen Sound – goal $60,000; raised to date 75% = $45,231
Donations are accepted to March 31st >>>
Photo Gallery – for larger view, click on image
Volunteers who help make it happen
A final tally for each location will be announced following the donation deadline of March 31st.
