Thunder Bay

Annual polar plunge in Thunder Bay, Ont., sees highest turnout yet with over 400 participants

The 2025 polar plunge in Thunder Bay, Ont., drew more than 400 participants across 55 teams, breaking records. At least $152,000 has been raised for four local charities. Here's a look at some of the action at the Thunder Bay Marina, as people took on the cold waters of Lake Superior.

At least $152,000 raised in 2025, more than double this year's goal

The 2025 polar plunge in Thunder Bay, Ont., drew more than 400 participants across 55 teams, breaking records.

At least $152,000 has been raised for four local charities. The original goal was to raise $75,000 this year.

Here's a look at some of the action at the Thunder Bay Marina, as people took on the cold waters of Lake Superior.

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Sarah Law

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Sarah Law is a CBC News reporter based in Thunder Bay, Ont., and has also worked for newspapers and online publications elsewhere in the province. Have a story tip? You can reach her at sarah.law@cbc.ca