Polar Plunge 2026

Rosemary Thompson

Rosemary's Fundraising Page

It's that time of year again. You know I don't love this, but with your help I am willing to jump into an icy Meech Lake on March 8th because I believe in the team at Canadian Geographic and the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. As our motto states, Ducit Amor Patriae, Love of Country Leads Me. Please give generously.

I'm raising money for the Royal Canadian Geographical Society!

This winter, I’m embracing the cold and joining the 2026 Can Geo Polar Plunge to #BeBoldGoCold!

Your support of Canadian Geographic and the Royal Canadian Geographical Society helps fund education, storytelling, exploration, and programs that connect Canadians to their country—supporting students, educators, researchers, and explorers along the way.

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings me closer to my goal and helps make this work possible.

Here's how you can help:

  • Donate: Contribute whatever you can. No amount is too small!
  • Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let’s spread awareness so we can raise more!

Thank you for standing by me in this effort. Your support means the world to me!

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My Supporters

  • John Goldsmith 12 minutes ago $78.00
  • Anonymous Go Rosemary! Bravo for furthering CanGeo's enthusiasm for polar exploration. 4 hours ago $50.00
  • Bryn Holmes Go Rosie Go! The best hearts are ever the bravest.” Laurence Sterne 2 days ago $51.50
  • Kelly-Ann Murphy You go girl!!! 2 days ago $50.00
  • Sandra Smith 2 days ago $51.50
  • Nancy Love In this especially cold winter you are very brave to do this! Go Rosemary! 1 week ago $2,500.00
  • Ron Hallman Bravo Rosemary! 4 days ago $150.00
  • Peter Harris Go Rosemary! Motto for this should be ‘Love of Hot Chocolate Leads…’ Have fun! 4 days ago $103.00
  • John Hovland 1 week ago $103.00
  • Bob Ramsay You go, girl ! 2 weeks ago $103.00