Courage Polar Bear Dip for World Vision Returns with a Splash! Canada's Largest Charity Dip Event Celebrates 39 Years of Fundraising for Clean Water

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World Vision Canada

Dec 27, 2023, 10:27 ET

OAKVILLE, ON, Dec. 27, 2023 /CNW/ -

WHAT:       

Hundreds of people, dressed in bikinis, baby New Year getups and many other off-the-wall costumes, jump into Lake Ontario's icy-cold water for one purpose – to raise money to support freshwater projects in developing countries around the world.

This year marks the 39th year for the Courage Polar Bear Dip for World Vision and is expected to raise $100,000 for the A+, five-star rated* global charity.


WHO:       

Todd and Trent Courage, Founders, Annual Courage Polar Bear Dip for World Vision
Michael Messenger, President & CEO, World Vision Canada (and Oakville resident).

WHEN:     

Annual Dip 2:00 PM 
Costume Contest 1:00 PM 
On-site Registration 12:30 PM


WHERE:     

Coronation Park
1426 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON L6L 1G2
Media Check-In near Event Registration


WHY:           

Funds raised in 2024 will support World Vision's WASH water projects in Ethiopia and Zambia, including the construction of safe water points and partnerships with local utilities for piped water delivery to households.


These initiatives alleviate suffering, reduce disease, and enable children to attend school instead of trekking long distances for water.

HOW:           

For interviews or additional information, please contact:
Peter Turkington
Cell: 905-483-0155
Email: [email protected]


VIDEO:     

Engaging video and interview opportunities (Founders, Dippers, Charity)

*From Charity Intelligence

SOURCE World Vision Canada

World Vision Canada Contact: Lisa Sorge / Text 647-922-9135

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