In spite of the New Year\u2019s chill and blowing snow, hundreds of Canadians still gathered around large holes in the ice, to see the brave and the bold jump into the frigid water \u2013 all for laughs and a dose of clean fun.<\/p>\n
Each year, organizers put together these \u201cuniquely Canadian\u201d events by cutting a square hole through the thick ice, and inviting brave plungers who think they\u2019ve got what it takes to handle the ice cold water. Dozens upon dozens of men and women in their swimsuits and\u2014believe it or not\u2014costumes jump into the water and come right out \u2013 laughing, and of course, shivering.<\/p>\n
Two of these events were held in the town of Perth, where participants joined in on the fun to cure their hangover from all the holiday celebrations, as well as to raise money for Perth\u2019s own Food Bank. Funds raised from the event were also given to the President\u2019s Choice Children\u2019s Charity.<\/p>\n
It goes without saying that these events are dangerous, and organizers have medical personnel on standby as well as scuba divers to supervise the plungers.<\/p>\n
Indeed, it\u2019s a very entertaining activity to watch that speaks multitudes of Canada\u2019s unique culture and pride in defending national identity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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