Join us tomorrow for the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics: Freezin’ for a Reason!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 6, 2020                 1:15 pm

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service invites you to join us at the 6^th Annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics taking place at Algonquin College (north side of ‘P’ Building) on Saturday, March 7, in partnership with the Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run (OLETR).

The Polar Plunge takes place in several cities across Canada and raises much-needed funds for the athletes and families of Special Olympics Ontario.

“Law enforcement agencies across Canada support Special Olympics and this is our sixth year holding the Polar Plunge here in Ottawa,” said Ottawa Police Inspector John McGetrick. “The funds we raise enable people with intellectual and physical disabilities to enjoy all of the benefits playing sports offers, whether it’s sportsmanship, better health or camaraderie.”

Athletes range in age from children, youth to adults who have an intellectual disability. Sports and training programs are only possible through funds raised through initiatives like the Polar Plunge.

“These athletes are my heroes, truly,” added Inspector McGetrick. “Their perseverance and dedication to their sport, coupled with their enthusiasm and sportsmanship, makes for a really enjoyable team experience for athletes, as well as their families.”

Plunging begins at 9:30 am and goes until noon.

There is free parking at Algonquin College located at 1385 Woodroffe Avenue, parking lot 7, south side of building “P”.

About Special Olympics Ontario

Special Olympics Ontario is part of a global movement that unleashes the human spirit through transformative power and joy of sports. We empower people with intellectual disabilities to become accepted and valued members of their communities, which leads to a more respectful and inclusive society for all. Using sports as the catalyst and programming around health and education, Special Olympics is fighting inactivity, injustice and intolerance. Special Olympics encourages sports and fun, bringing people together and breaks down stereotypes about people with intellectual disabilities through a unified sports approach.

For more information, please visit specialolympicsontario.com

Twitter: @soontario

facebook.com/specialolympicsontario

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Contact: Inspector John McGetrick, Ottawa Police
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 4135