SAA Jon kicked off a recent meeting with a twist—challenging members to take on the frigid waters of Kempenfelt Bay in the now-infamous Polar Plunge. A crowd of Rotarians gathered on the dock and inside the General John Hayter Southshore Community Centre to witness this unforgettable event. After some playful hesitation and a lot of cheering from the crowd, Colton and Shane took the plunge, staying in the icy water for a jaw-dropping 3 minutes and 42 seconds. As jokes and questions flew among the cozy indoor onlookers (“Are they still moving?” “Would you like a coffee?”), the brave pair emerged victorious—and very cold.
The plunge wasn’t just for fun: half the proceeds went to Camelia and Jody as winners, and the other half was donated to two amazing local charities—the SPCA and Seasons Centre for Grieving Children. A big thank you to our fearless participants for reminding us all what community and commitment really look like.