Events
Coldest Night of the Year 2023
Armagh is hosting Coldest Night of the Year again! CNOY is a walk fundraiser held by charities across Canada to raise money and awareness around homelessness. The idea is that participants will complete a 2KM or 5KM walk in the cold to get a glimpse of what so many Canadian who experience homelessness or housing insecurities go through every night.
Check out the Event Schedule below:
4PM - Walker/Team Check-In
5PM - Opening Remarks & Walk Begins
6PM - Enjoy music, chilli, hot cocoa, snacks, our photobooth, and more!
7PM - Closing Remarks
Register for CNOY here: www.cnoy.org/mississaugalakeshore
Armagh's Inaugural Night of Purple Fundraiser
Armagh is excited to introduce our Inaugural Night of Purple Fundraiser!
What is Night of Purple?
Night of Purple is a week long fundraising event from September 24 – September 29. It is an opportunity for Armagh’s supporters to host a special event (a dinner, picnic, game night - there’s nothing too big or too small!) with three goals in mind:
1. Increase awareness of Armagh
2. Discuss Gender-Based Violence and the steps needed for change
3. Fundraise for Armagh through online donations and by participating in our virtual silent auction!
Check out our Night of Purple Toolkit for more information!
If you are interested in hosting your own event, please email christie@armaghhouse.ca.
What are we fundraising for?
All proceeds raised from Night of Purple will go towards Armagh’s Expansion Project.
Virtual Silent Auction
Armagh will be hosting a virtual silent auction that will be open from September 24 - October 22.
Items available for bidding include:
Raptors 905 Tickets
Signed Hockey Stick by Doug Gilmour & Bobby Orr (and other celebrities)
Cinderella Meadowvale Theatre Tickets
Restaurant Gift Cards
Nutribullet Blenders
Tech Home Bundle (Samsung A Tablet, Ring Doorbell and Echo Show 5)
and more!
Please note the link for the virtual silent auction is pending.
Night of Purple Toolkit
Hockey Helps the Homeless Peel Region Event
Hockey Helps the Homeless (HHTH) leverages Canada’s affinity for hockey to raise awareness and financial support through education, fundraising, and by partnering with solutions-based local homeless and shelter support agencies. HHTH hosts Pro-Am and Collegiate hockey tournaments across Canada where players raise funds to make a direct impact in their own community.
Armagh is pleased to have been selected as one of the Peel Region Tournament’s charity partner. To learn more please visit https://www.hockeyhelpsthehomeless.com/.
Coldest Night of the Year - 2km/5km family-friendly fundraising walk
The Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is a super-fun, family-friendly fundraising walk that supports local charity partners who provide essential care and service for people experiencing homelessness, hurt, and hunger. Armagh is proud to partner with CNOY for the February 26th, 2022 event.
You can support Armagh and the women and children fleeing violence in Peel Region by:
Organizing a team with your friends and family and walk with us on February 26th
Organizing a team and do your own virtual walk on any day in February on any route you choose in your own neighbourhood
Once you’re team’s in place, don’t forget to set up your team’s fundraising page and fundraise for Armagh
Christmas in the Village
The Clarkson Village BIA’s annual Christmas in the Village event is coming soon!
Happening from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Artisan Market: Vendor list coming soon! (interested vendors can contact info@clarksonbia.com)
Armagh House will be selling their purple scarves, and art donated by a resident, as a fundraiser
The Canadian Mental Health Association will be providing information on their programs and giving away masks and hand sanitizer
Happening from 6:30-8:00 PM
Tree lighting supported by www.shoplocalmississauga.ca
Live music by local musicians River North (Matt Zaddy & Heather Christine), sponsored by Lionsgate Design Inc.
Santa visit
Petting zoo
Soup compliments of Solstice Restaurant & Wine Bar
Hot chocolate compliments of Walden Circle Retirement Community
Coffee compliments of MPP Rudy Cuzzetto and Tim Horton’s
Cookies compliments of Councillor Karen Ras
Candy canes compliments of MP Sven Spengemann
Photo board, sponsored by ORC Club Spa
Kids game, sponsored by RBC Clarkson Branch
Donations will be accepted for:
The Compass – Non-perishables
Armagh – Gift cards to local Clarkson businesses, for distribution to Armagh residents (gift cards for groceries/meals, local salons and retail would be appreciated). Armagh is a second stage, transitional supportive housing programme.
Armagh's 30th Anniversary Celebration
Although we won’t be able to celebrate in person this year we wanted to highlight Armagh’s history and the people who have come through our doors in the last 30 years!
Follow us on Social Media to celebrate with us!
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArmaghHouse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArmaghHouse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/armaghhouse/
Armagh is Hiring
Guess what! We are hiring a Program Supervisor!!! Take a look at our job posting here:
International Women’s Day - Virtual Celebration
Fundraiser for Hope/7, Embrave/, Armagh House, Queen Youth Shelter
About this Event
Peggy Nash - Women in Politics
Mina Amrith - Healthcare Workers during COVID
Patty Krawec - Medicine for the Resistance
Jam Gamble - Motivational Speaker
Alexis Gorden - Singer, Spoken Word
Hockey Helps the Homeless Fundraiser
The Canada Life Cup is about bringing Canadian communities together to shutout homelessness. Participants will be rewarded with a selection of top tier fundraising prizes including True Hockey Gear, Electronics, Callaway Golf Gear and Home Goods. Fundraisers will also have the opportunity to win an unforgettable team experience, taking to the ice with an NHL Alumni or Female Olympian for an intimate pro experience like never before.
Funds raised will continue to support two deserving community organizations that support at-risk and homeless men, women, youth and children in Peel Region, including Armagh. Their services range from emergency shelter and transitional housing, to mental health resources, employment, life skills development and crisis support.
Visit www.hockeyhelpsthehomeless.com for more information.