‘Oh My Goderich’ top fundraising team in Canada for Coldest Night of the Year

Mayor Trevor Bazinet, part of ‘Oh My Goderich’ fundraising group encourages others to continue to get involved in CNOY. On the night of February 21, Bazinet will spend 12 hours outside in the cold to bring further awareness of the need of local resources and programs.

As of February 3, members of ‘Oh My Goderich’ for the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) were in first place in all of Canada for fundraising efforts.

Mayor Trevor Bazinet who is part of ‘Oh My Goderich’ has encouraged residents of Goderich and surrounding areas on social media to continue their efforts.

“Wouldn’t it be amazing it ‘Oh My Goderich’ finished first in all of Canada?” expressed Bazinet on social media.

As of February 3, to reach their target goal of $30,000, ‘Oh My Goderich’ needs to raise just under $4,000.

Other members of ‘Oh My Goderich’ include Councillor Randy Carroll, Councillor John Thompson, Deputy Mayor Leah Noel and Michaela Johnston, CEMC, Accessibility and Health and Safety Manager Town of Goderich.

‘Oh My Goderich’ is at 87 per cent of their fundraising goal with 17 days remaining until the event.

This year, Bazinet is not only walking in the CNOY event but has decided to take it further and spend the entire night of February 21 outside, from 7 p.m. until 7 a.m.

“I am doing this to have a better understanding of what it is like to be outside looking for shelter and trying to survive the cold elements,” explained Bazinet.

“I am also doing it to create more awareness and hope that people will make any amount of donation to help with hunger, homelessness, and mental health.”

Spending 12 hours overnight in the cold, Bazinet hopes to learn and have a better understanding of what it is like and to do his part to advocate for the help that many need.

Funds raised during CNOY go to organizations whose commitment and work transforms lives, by financially supporting local services to support vulnerable families and individuals experiencing homelessness.

CNOY draws tens of thousands of Canadians out of the comfort and warmth of their home each year. Goderich will host participants of the annual walk on February 22.

This year the total fundraising goal in Goderich is to raise $135,000. As of February 3, efforts are measured at 56 per cent of the goal, with $76,574 raised.

With 183 walkers and 40 teams, those wishing to participate or contribute to the fundraising efforts have 17 days left to make a difference.

To donate to CNOY Goderich, or to register to participate, visit https://cnoy.org/location/goderich