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Over 500 South Surrey/White Rock Neighbours Brighten up Coldest Night of the Year Walk Raising nearly $215,000 and counting

White Rock, BC – March 3, 2026 – This past Saturday over 500 White Rock/South Surrey neighbours brightened up Sources Foundation’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walkathon, raising $215,000 in support of individuals experiencing food insecurity, homelessness and mental health challenges. A separate $30,000 anonymous gift was given directly to SOURCES, making our total community impact nearly $245,000 and counting!

True to this year’s theme, “This is OUR neighbourhood,” residents stepped up to walk, fundraise and volunteer in support of their neighbours. The support received from the community put White Rock/South Surrey as the top third fundraiser among over 220 locations in Canada.

“The generosity and heart of this community is truly inspiring,” said David MacIntyre, President & CEO of Sources Foundation. “My sincere thanks to each and every neighbour for coming out in support of those among us experiencing hardships.”

This is the 13th year of the walk for SOURCES. As one of the biggest walkathons in the Canada, SOURCES participates in CNOY to fundraise for some of their most critical services. According to 2025 Point-in-Time Homeless Count for Greater Vancouver, the number of unsheltered individuals in Surrey jumped by 46% between 2023 and 2025. SOURCES will be directing funds from this event to their homelessness prevention program, homeless outreach services and the White Rock/South Surrey food bank.

White Rock Mayor Megan Knight spoke about the importance of the cause and shared why she returns each year as a walker. Celebrity fitness trainer Tommy Europe kept energy high, while the Amazing Grace Choir joined the event for the first time with a moving rendition of O Canada. Live music by Chris Thornley helped keep participants motivated along the route.

After the walk, participants warmed up with soup from Sheila’s Catering, hot dogs, mini donuts from Lil’ Ooties, coffee and hot chocolate by Kingha Coffee, and treats from HomeLife Benchmark Realty. Pebble Lane Learning hosted face painting and crafts for children. The evening concluded with heartfelt thanks to the volunteers and Sources staff whose efforts helped ensure a safe and welcoming experience for all.

“It’s important for us at White Rock Baptist Church to stay connected and engaged with people in our local community, and that includes those who are experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. We know that by coming alongside the good work that SOURCES does, we can see our community changed for good,” Hannah Juras, Captain of White Rock Baptist Church CNOY walk team.

This year’s top individual fundraiser was Rose Block raising $9,900. The top fundraising team was White Rock Baptist Church, bringing in nearly $48,000. Other notable teams included Rotary Club of White Rock, United Feet for the Street, and Scotia United.

Sources Foundation gratefully acknowledges Supporting Sponsors Elkay Development Ltd. and HomeLife Benchmark Realty for their continued generosity.

Donations are accepted until March 31. To give, visit cnoy.org/whiterocksouthsurrey.

Contact

Janet Welch
Manager, Philanthropy & Communications
Sources Community Resources Society
JWelch@SourcesBC.ca
About

Established in 1978, Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) is an internationally accredited not-for-profit social services agency. Our programs serve individuals across various age groups experiencing poverty, mental health challenges, disability, conflict, isolation and addiction. We have over 20 locations in BC including White Rock, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Prince George, and Parksville. Some of our programs are government funded while others are funded by the generosity of community donors. Sources Foundation is the fundraising arm of SOURCES. Our 365 staff members are the backbone of our organization, touching the lives of thousands of individuals each year.

Feb 09, 2026 – White Rock, BC – Sources Foundation (Sources) will be warming up the streets this February 28 at Memorial Park in White Rock with its annual Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walkathon. The goal is to raise $300,000 for individuals experiencing food insecurity, homelessness and mental health challenges. In line with the theme for this year “This is OUR neighbourhood,” the organization is encouraging residents to walk, fundraise or volunteer to support their own community of White Rock/South Surrey.

“Every dollar raised through CNOY goes directly toward helping our neighbours,” said David MacIntyre, CEO of Sources Foundation. That means food on the table for families, outreach for people living unhoused, and counselling for individuals who are struggling. This walk helps ensure those supports are there when people need them most.”

In the past years, funds raised in CNOY have been used to purchase a van for outreach, keep a roof on individuals at risk of homelessness, support the ever-growing number of clients at our food banks and provide hundreds of hours of free counselling to young persons at our White Rock resource centre.
“It’s a serious cause, but it’s also a welcoming, family-friendly event,” said Marc Burchell, CNOY Ambassador. “People of all ages come together to walk, connect, and show support for our beautiful South Surrey/White Rock community.”

Beginning at 4 PM, the event will be emceed by celebrity fitness trainer Tommy Europe. The evening will open with O Canada performed by local choir Amazing Grace, followed by live music to keep the crowd energized and engaged throughout the event. Participants and guests will also be enjoying treats from HomeLife Benchmark Realty, free mini donuts from Lil’ Ooties, soup by Sheila’s Catering, hot dogs, face painting by Pebble Lane Learning, and much more.
Registration is free and open to individuals, families, and teams at cnoy.org/whiterocksouthsurrey. Last year, the top fundraising team White Rock Baptist Church raised over $35,000 and top fundraiser Srinivasan Rajagopal brought in over $13,000.

SOURCES Foundation gratefully acknowledges Elkay Development Ltd. and Homelife Benchmark Realty for their continued generosity as Supporting Sponsors.

Contact

Janet Welch Manager, Philanthropy & Communications

Sources Community Resources Society JWelch@SourcesBC.ca
 

About

Established in 1978, Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) is an internationally accredited not-for-profit social services agency. Our programs serve
individuals across various age groups experiencing poverty, mental health challenges, disability, conflict, isolation and addiction. We have over 20 locations in BC including White Rock, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Prince George, and Parksville. Some of our programs are government funded while others are funded by the generosity of community donors. Sources Foundation is the fundraising arm of SOURCES. Our 365 staff members are the backbone of our organization, touching the lives of thousands of individuals each year.

Surrey, BC – November 03, 2025 – Sources Foundation is steering its way to Isle of Dreams – the organization’s biggest fundraiser of the year in support of youth services. Presented by Save-On-Foods and Scotiabank, the tropical-themed evening will welcome more than 200 guests on November 8 at Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club with the goal of raising $425,000.

“Isle of Dreams is more than a celebration – it’s a statement of what’s possible when a community comes together for good,” says David MacIntyre, President & CEO of Sources Foundation, on his first signature event as the head of the organization. “Having been in this role for nearly a year, I’ve been deeply moved by the passion of our team and the generosity of our supporters. Together, we’re rallying to ensure young people receive the support they deserve.”

Last year’s event raised over $600,000 towards the development of Foundry South Surrey-White Rock, allowing Sources to proceed, alongside Peace Arch Hospital Foundation, with the recent announcement of the location of this upcoming health and wellness centre for youth at 15451 Russell Avenue, White Rock.

“On behalf of the Sources Foundation Board, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors, donors and community partners for their support as Sources develops Foundry South Surrey-White Rock and expands critically needed youth services,” says Marlyn Graziano, Chair of Sources Foundation Board of Directors. “Funds raised from Isle of Dreams will be vital to reaching our goals to better serve young people.”

The evening will feature Global BC Chief Meteorologist Mark Madryga as emcee and award-winning auctioneer Howard Blank leading the live auction.

While tickets to the event are sold out, supporters can still participate in the cause by purchasing 50/50 tickets, bidding in silent auction, or donating. Visit Trellis.Org/IsleofDreams.

Special thanks is given to all sponsors including Co-presenting sponsors Save-On-Foods and Scotiabank, as well as Diamond sponsor West Coast Golf Group.

For more information, please visit SourcesFoundation.ca/SignatureEvent.

Contact

Janet Welch
Manager, Philanthropy & Communications
Sources Community Resources Society
JWelch@SourcesBC.ca
About

Established in 1978, Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) is an internationally accredited not-for-profit social services agency. Our programs serve individuals across various age groups experiencing poverty, mental health challenges, disability, conflict, isolation and addiction. We have over 20 locations in BC including White Rock, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Prince George, and Parksville. Some of our programs are government funded while others are funded by the generosity of community donors. Sources Foundation is the fundraising arm of SOURCES. Our 365 staff members are the backbone of our organization, touching the lives of thousands of individuals each year.

Join us on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, as we reflect on our past year of service to individuals and families in Northern BC, Vancouver Island, and the Lower Mainland.
We welcome your attendance; feel free to invite a friend or family member for an evening of meaningful dialogue while celebrating our accomplishments over the last year.

Click here to register or contact Tina Rasmussen, Executive Coordinator, at TRasmussen@SourcesBC.ca or 250.240.1699.

AGENDA
5:00–5:30 PM – Check in and Light Refreshments
5:30–5:40 PM – Welcoming Address
5:40–6:00 PM – Sources Community Resources Society Annual General Meeting
6:00–6:20 PM – Sources Foundation Annual General Meeting
6:20–6:50 PM – Meet Sources: Connecting People to Services
6:50–7:00 PM – Closing Remarks

We look forward to seeing you on September 23rd!