About Us

The Perth Polar Bear Plunge began in 1994, as a fund idea and fundraiser for Crime Stoppers.
Founded by David Lavery, and others at the Perth Legion, it quickly grew into one of the safest
and most successful true Polar Bear Plunges in Canada.


Dave Lavery
Dave Lavery at the first Perth Polar Bear Plunge in 1994 for Crime Stoppers
Dave Lavery

Dave Lavery interview with Maureen Pegg at Lake 88.1 Radio, December 31, 2012.  To listen:
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Total Funds Raised