Media Alert - More Than 120 Torontonians to Take Part in Brainfreeze: A Polar Bear Dip for Youth Mental Health

TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2018 /CNW/ - More than 120 Torontonians will brave the elements this Saturday, when they participate in Brainfreeze – a polar bear dip for youth mental health at Cherry Beach. In its second year, Brainfreeze raises funds and awareness for Jack.org, the only Canadian charity training and empowering a network of young leaders who are revolutionizing mental health. So far, 121 participants in Toronto have raised more than $32,000 for youth mental health.

WHAT:	Brainfreeze – polar bear dip for youth mental health
PHOTO/INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:
Over 120 participants will plunge into Lake Ontario Interviews with participants Jesse Hayman, Jack.org
WHEN:	Saturday, December 1^st
	9:45 a.m. – Registration
	10:00 a.m. – Yoga
	10:30 a.m. – Plunge Time!
WHERE:	Cherry Beach  - there will be Jack.org flags in the parking lot

About Jack.org

Jack.org is the only Canadian charity training and empowering a network of young leaders who are revolutionizing mental health. Through Jack Talks, Jack Chapters, and Jack Summits, young leaders identify and dismantle barriers to positive mental health in their communities. Jack.org is working towards a Canada where all young people understand how to take care of their own mental health and look out for each other. A Canada without shame, where all those who need support get the help they deserve. With thousands of young leaders across every province and territory in Canada, we're only just getting started. To learn more, please visit Jack.org. 

SOURCE Jack.org

MEDIA CONTACT - PHOTO & INTERVIEW COORDINATION IN ADVANCE: Jill MacCannell, Fresh Public Relations, [email protected], 902.471.7080; MEDIA CONTACT - ONSITE: Jesse Hayman, Jack.org, [email protected], 647.862.6872