ONTARIO-The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be hosting an inaugural Polar Plunge event in support of Special Olympics athletes on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the OPP General Headquarters in Orillia.
This event is part of the Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run. All funds raised by public participants and OPP members directly support community programs that provide financial support for athletes across the province for expenses relating to Special Olympics, such as travel, training, accommodations, meals and more.
Date: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Saturday, March 7, 2026
Time:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Â Â Â Â OPP General Headquarters
777 Memorial Avenue
Orillia, ON
L3V 7V3
Visit polarplunge.ca to learn more and register for the event. OPP Detachments across the province also host Polar Plunge events. Below are some upcoming events:
- Grey Bruce OPPÂ – March 7
- Dufferin OPPÂ – March 27
The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is the largest public awareness vehicle and grass-roots fundraiser for Special Olympics. Over the years, the Torch Run has evolved and now encompasses a variety of innovative fundraising platforms including Polar Plunges, Tip-A-Cop events, NHL Alumni Games, Torch Rides, an Endurance Series and more. Since its inception, the LETR has raised more than $50 million and changed millions of attitudes. For more information, visit torchrunontario.com.
