Take the Plunge for DOg GUides!
Polar Dip
We invites you to take part in the Tiny Township Lions Polar Dip a New Year’s Day tradition at Balm Beach on Georgian Bay. Participants kick off the New Year in the most refreshing (and brave) way possible – while making a difference.
This event is also a fundraiser, all in support of the
Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides
Please download and complete the registration form and bring a printed copy with you to the event. The form includes a signed waiver, which is required to participate. If you’re able to bring your completed form, it helps make check-in quicker – but don’t worry, extra copies will be available on the event day.
Submitting your minimum $25 registration donation through the link below counts as your registration. If you prefer, you’re also welcome to bring your donations to the event -cash or card will be accepted at check-in.
How to get Involved
Event Details
Registration open to 16+
Location: Balm Beach, Tiny Township
Registration: A $25 mimimum pledge is required to take the dip.
Pledge Forms: Download the event Pledge Form below – we encourage all dippers to collect additional pledges to help raise even more funds for the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides.
Make a Pledge
If you’d like to support a dipper, or donate directly, please click the Pledge your support button below.
A minimum donation of $20 is required to receive a tax receipt from the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. Tax receipts are issued by the Foundation and mailed to donors after the event –
Time to Make A Splash!
Event Day Timeline
January 1st • Balm Beach, Tiny Township
11AM – Registration & Check In: • Stop by the registration table and check in with one our volunteers
• Please remember to bring your pledge sheets
• Sign a waiver in person and recieve your event wrist tag – required for safety and particiation.
12PM – Polar Dip Starts: Dippers take the icy plunge.
Safety: Rescue Team and First Aid will be on hand. Special thanks to the Tiny Township Fire Department – our brave firefighters who volunteer their time and support making the event fun and safe for everyone.
Our story
Why We Host The Polar Dip
We are proud to support the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, who provide specially trained assistance dogs to Canadians in Need – completely free of charge.
Their programs include dog guides for the visually impaired, hearing dog, service dogs for mobility challenges, autism assitance dogs, seizure response dogs, diabetic alert and facility support dogs.
Through this event, our community has helped sponsor 4 dogs, and raise more than $16,000 since 2018 (amazing, right?) making a real difference in the lives of Canadians and their families.
We are honoured to support this incredible foundation and the life-changing work they do.
To learn more about the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides please visit there website, click the link below.