2021, but the pandemic hasn’t frozen the charitable spirit behind the annual events. Vancouver Polar Swim organizers ask public to take an icy dip virtually Keith Jolie said it’s disappointing that the usual crowd of more than 400 swimmers – and even more spectators – can’t gather on Toronto’s Sunnyside Beach this year.But Toronto Polar Bear Club is encouraging people to share videos of their own jaunts to the nearest body of water – be it Lake Ontario or an ice-filled tub – along with a donation to Boost For Kids, a local child advocacy charity.“This is a tough year for charities,” Jolie said Thursday in a telephone interview.