Save Georgian Bay (SGB) is a 100% volunteer-driven organization with no paid staff or payroll, founded in 2019 and committed to protecting Georgian Bay from environmental threats—most urgently, holding TC Energy to account for its proposed Pumped Storage Project. This project poses serious risks, including contaminants polluting our drinking water and construction on fragile karst topography prone to sinkholes. It also threatens the habitat of 30 endangered species that depend on the Bay’s unique ecosystem.
Our mission is to safeguard Georgian Bay’s natural beauty and ecological integrity for future generations.
The Polar Dip Committee is a passionate group of volunteers who organize one of our most creative and impactful events—the Virtual Polar Dip. Their goal is to unite the community in a fun, meaningful way to raise awareness and funds to stop the TC Energy Pumped Storage Project, hold the company accountable, and prevent contamination and geological damage. Every plunge helps keep Georgian Bay wild and free.
Every dollar you give supports our volunteer-driven mission to protect Georgian Bay and hold TC Energy accountable for its proposed Pumped Storage Project. Funds are used for:
We operate with zero paid staff—every initiative is powered by volunteers. Your contribution directly fuels action to stop the project and protect Georgian Bay for future generations.
Tom Buck – Founder & Executive Director
Tom founded Save Georgian Bay in 2019 and leads the organization’s strategy and advocacy efforts to protect Georgian Bay from environmental threats.
Pasquale (Pat) Zita – Director, Social Media, IT Services & Marketing
Pat manages digital communications and outreach, ensuring our message reaches communities across Georgian Bay and beyond.
Mike McTaggart – Director Engineering Services
Mike brings technical expertise to evaluate energy proposals and advocate for sustainable alternatives to TC Energy’s pumped storage project.
Gracinda Borges Maloney – Director, Accounting
Gracinda oversees financial transparency and ensures every donation supports our volunteer-driven mission.
Our work is entirely volunteer-driven—every effort comes from people who care. Your support turns commitment into action, helping us stop the project and safeguard Georgian Bay for generations to come.
