Courage Brothers Polar Bear Dip January 1, 2008

There are countless reasons as literally hundreds of people jump into the icy cold waters of Lake Ontario at the Courage Brothers' Polar Bear Dip while thousands watch and cheer them on. Take part in this annual tradition that has become the largest charity dip in Canada. It all takes place at Coronation Park in Oakville, Ontario.

Net proceeds for the event have been going to World Vision Canada since 1995 and over $320,000 has been raised in total for World Vision Canada water projects around the world.

About the 2008 Event - 'Water for Water'

Organizers anticipate approximately 400-500 dippers with 5000 spectators cheering them on!

Funds raised in 2008 will go to water projects in South Darfur, Sudan. Your donations will help reduce water-borne disease for 7,000 people in eight villages in Edd al Fursan that currently have no nearby source of clean water.

With your help we can greatly improve the health of children and families in Edd al Fursan by:
Providing clean water to 4 villages with new borehole wells and hand pumps
Restoring clean water to 4 additional villages with repairs to 8 damaged wells
Building 20 latrines
Promoting good hygiene practices in 8 villages
Establishing and supporting local Water and Sanitation Committees in 8 villages

January 1st @ Coronation Park in Oakville

12:30pm - Live acoustic music from 'Whaling' begins on the main stage
- Registration table opens (download your form here)


1:00pm - Costume contest on the main stage


1:30pm - Registration table closes
1:55pm - Prize Draws including the Grade Prize HOT TUB!


2:00pm - Ready... Set.... Dip!!


Please read dippers information here


3:00pm - Join the after party at Finnegan's Wake in Oakville

Official Website: http://www.polarbeardip.ca/