Frequently Asked Questions

For additional details on how to participate in this event and how to share this event with your friends, please read the FAQs below and the How-To Guide for sharing your fundraising page via email and social media.


If you still have questions, please send an email to us at: foundation@cafott.ca.

Quick Links

Guide: How to share your fundraising page with friends using email and social media

 

Registration Questions

How many players are allowed on a team?

Each team's table has a maximum of 10 seats. 

 

Is there a registration fee to play?

No. Instead of a team registration fee, each team commits to one of two fundraising goals: 

Champion Team minimum fundraising goal of $1,600 

Regular Team minimum fundraising goal of $600 early bird ($700 after Monday, September 30)

In order for a team to participate, they must raise their minimum by Monday October 28 at 12:00PM. Of course, since this is a fundraising event for kids involved with the Children's Aid Society of Ottawa, you are encouraged to raise more than the minimum requirement! ;)

 

When does registration close?

Registration closes on Monday, October 28th at 12:00PM.

Don't miss out on early bird registration: Monday, September 30th!

 

What is the difference between the team participation levels?

  • The "Champion Team" has more benefits and perks
  • VIP Experience 
    • Requirements to Receive Team Benefits:
      • Raise $1,600 by October 28th @ 12 pm 
    • Team Benefits:
      • Exclusive Team Access to LiVE 88.5 VIP Lounge for Complimentary Pub Buffet and Entertainment
      • Exclusive Access to the Bar
      • Doors Open for Your Team at 5:30 pm
      • Exclusive Entry to Trivia Hall
      • VIP Seating and Table-side Drink/Snack Cart Service
      • 6 team entries (minimum) into the Team Pledge Draws
      • For every additional $250 raised, 1 entry into the Team Pledge Draws
      • Eligible to win first place Trong Nguyen Memorial Trophy and Top Trivia Team Prizes
      • Eligible to win Top Trivia Team Prizes
      • VIP Seating
      • 1 complimentary 'Brain Booster Break' protein snack


Regular Team

    • Requirements to Receive Team Benefits:
      • Raise $600 if you register before the Early Bird deadline (September 30th), or $700 after (Minimum Fundraising Commitment is due by October 28th @ 12 pm)
    • Team Benefits:
      • Eligible to win first place Trong Nguyen Memorial Trophy (only Champion Teams are eligible to win Top Trivia Team Prizes)
      • Eligible to win Top Fundraising Team Prizes
 
Will there be Food & Drinks?
 
Yes! What is trivia without pub food? Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase during the event from the bar, concession stands and snack carts. 
 
All Champion Teams will enjoy complimentary pub food prior to the event in the VIP lounge. Doors open at 5:30 pm and gives Champion Teams a chance to get together before the event.

 

Accessing the Event

 

How will my team answer the trivia questions?

Trivia answers will be submitted through Google Forms on an iPad provided to your team at the event. Only one member from each team is required to submit their team's answers. We suggest you choose who will be responsible for this before the event begins.

 

Will the event be scored lived? Where can I find the results?

Yes, this event is scored live. You will be able to see your team’s trivia standing during the event. All team scores will be posted on www.WorldTriviaNight.com on Monday, November 4th.

 

Where is the event this year?  

Rogers Centre Ottawa (formerly Shaw Centre)

Please note: Rogers Centre Ottawa is cashless!  Methods of payment are google pay, apple pay, tap and go, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay, JCB and Interac. 

No outside food our beverages permitted in Rogers Centre Ottawa.

 

Donations & Prizing

Where does the money raised at this event go?

Proceeds raised at World Trivia Night support vulnerable children, youth and familes involved with The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa (CASO). Click the About Us menu tab to learn more about how our organization, the Children’s Aid Foundation of Ottawa, supports the kids involved with CASO.

 

Will I receive a tax receipt for my donation?

Yes. All monetary donations are eligible for an official charitable tax receipt. You will receive your tax receipt by email once your donation has been processed.

 

How does my team become eligible to win Top Fundraising Team prizes?

All donations received by Friday, November 1st at 6:00pm will count towards crowning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Top Fundraising Teams. You can view the prizes for Top Fundraising Teams by clicking the Prizing menu tab above.

 

What is the deadline for submitting our minimum fundraising committment?

All donations should be received by Monday, October 28th @ 12 pm to meet your minimum fundraising goal.

 

Who is eligible to win Top Trivia Team? What happens if there is a tie?

All registered Champion Teams are eligible to be crowned 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place Top Trivia Team. In the event of a tie for 1st place, there will be a tie breaking question.

 

Can I get a refund if I change my mind?

No refunds will be provided, as this is a fundraising event for charity.