The 2026 Coldest Night of the Year Downtown Lethbridge walk raised a record $73,439 to help people experiencing homelessness and poverty. The event took place on February 28, 2026, at Festival Square and surpassed its original fundraising goal of $70,000.
All money raised during the downtown event goes to the Streets Alive Mission, a charity that has been providing food and outreach services in the city since 1990. This year’s total is the largest amount ever collected by the organization during the annual winter walk.
The record-breaking donations will allow the mission to continue its daily work supporting local residents facing hunger and housing insecurity. According to the City of Lethbridge, the community event brings people together every winter to raise awareness for those struggling with the cold.
Ken Kissick, the co-founder of the mission, says community support is vital for sustaining their outreach programs throughout the year. The annual walk remains one of the most important ways the organization funds its efforts to combat poverty in the region.
