Each year the Gala features an outstanding selection of live and silent auction items donated by local businesses and community members.
Below are items for both the Live and Silent Auctions.
If interested in more information about donating to the Gala Auction please contact the Foundation Office at 905-377-7767
The Live Auctioneer in 2011 is:
Les Brittain of
Les Brittain Auctioneers,
905 885-5650
Live Auction
A Fab Night in the City
(Value: $1,000)
Considered one of the best tribute shows, RAIN…A Tribute to the Beatles is doing a limited return engagement to the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto. RAIN has mastered every song, gesture and nuance of the legendary foursome, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance that's as infectious as it is transporting. This adoring tribute will take you back to a time when all you needed was love, and a little help from your friends.
Package includes four (4) premium tickets to RAIN on Friday, November 25th, 2011, two rooms at the Ramada Plaza Toronto PLUS a $250 gift certificate to Mark McEwan's Bymark Restaurant.
Donated by RAIN…A Tribute to the Beatles, Barney River Investments and Bob & Shirley Richardson
One-Week Rental of a Breathtaking Muskoka Retreat
(Value: $5,000)
Sit back and relax for a full week next summer at this magnificent waterfront property featuring breath-taking views of Lake Rosseau. Your holiday will be full of memories while staying in the heart of Muskoka.
Enjoy your days relaxing in the sun or taking a long nature walk. Cocktail hour on the dock is a must. That evening enjoy a marshmallow roast under the stars, warmed by a roaring campfire. Then, do it all again the next day.
This magnificent cottage, known as "The Tree House" is just minutes from Port Carling and sleeps up to 10 people.
Available Sunday to Sunday, before July 15, 2012.
Langara Island Lodge Luxurious Adventure for Two
(Value: $17,000)
Luxurious accommodations, gourmet cuisine, spectacular wildlife and the world’s best salmon and halibut fishing await you in one of Canada’s most remote and breathtaking locations.
Langara Island Lodge, situated just south of Alaska on the northwest tip of BC’s mystical Haida Gwaii islands, offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for both avid anglers and outdoor
enthusiasts.
As the centerpiece to one of the world’s richest marine ecosystems, nature is on display in rare abundance at Langara Island. Humpback and killer whales, dolphins, porpoises and sea lions can all be seen frequently in their waters. And no other location on the West Coast of North America plays host to a greater abundance of wild Pacific salmon and halibut.
Come experience a unique combination of nature and luxury at
Langara Island Lodge.
Package for two (2) people includes:
- Charter flight from Vancouver to Haida Gwaii, followed by scenic helicopter trip to Langara Island Lodge.
- 4- or 5-day all-inclusive stay at Langara Island Lodge, including all meals and alcohol, private guided boat, all fishing equipment, marine clothing, fishing licenses, and care of your catch.
- 50,000 Aeroplan Miles to get you to Vancouver and back
- One night’s accommodation at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport
Eligible dates:
- Must be redeemed during 2012 season (May-Sept), subject to availability at time of booking.
Donated by the Langara Island Lodge
Hotel Donated by Dodd Media Sales
Lynne Bernbaum Oil on Canvas Painting
(Appraised Value: $6,800)
Originally from Texas, Lynne Bernbaum now makes her home in Anguilla which is wonderfully captured in this oil on canvas painting
entitled “Umbrella Blue 4”.
“Umbrella Blue 4” captures life in a Caribbean market scene in which all of the figures stand under large umbrellas, in solid shades of blue, indigo, mauve, great and brown. This original piece is framed with gold coloured wood moulding.
Donated by Steve and Pamela Went
Luxurious Outdoor Patio Set
Tropitone 48” Round Cast Outdoor Dining Table and Four Chairs
(Value: $3,600)
A lovely sunny afternoon, the suns gentle embrace brings warmth to your guests as you gather around the elegant outdoor patio furniture for a freshly prepared lunch. The songbirds are out, and flowers radiate the anticipation of a wonderful day ahead. Such are the joys of the outdoor lifestyle.
This package features a 48” Round cast outdoor dining table and four chairs (two being swivel rockers). Its perfect for the patio, poolside, cafe or cabana.
Package includes a set of patio ware and wine to get the party started.
Donated by Joe Pucci
Up Close and Personal with Canadian Entrepreneur Brett Wilson
(Value: Priceless)
A successful entrepreneur, W. Brett Wilson co-founded FirstEnergy Capital Corp., one of the energy industry’s leading investment banks. He is also Chairman of Canoe Financial.
A popular panelist on Dragons Den, Brett has used his public platform to promote entrepreneurship throughout Canada. His latest project, Risky Business TV, matches innovative entrepreneurs with high-risk investors.
Take this rare opportunity to meet Brett, hear his stories, learn from his experiences and maybe even “pitch” an idea or two!
This one of a kind package includes a catered lunch for eight (8) people and an optional helicopter tour of the Cobourg area (weather permitting). Date to be mutually agreed upon.
Donated by Brett Wilson & David Ippolito
Ladies and Gentlemen…………. Your Winnipeg Jets!
(Value: $1,250)
The Jets are back playing to sold out crowds, and here is your chance to see them in action. The Winnipeg Jets have returned to the NHL and are now the hottest ticket in Canada. This unique package includes two “impossible to get” tickets in a luxury box at the MTS Centre in Winnipeg to see the Jets take on the Florida Panthers on Saturday, January 21, 2012.
You know this weekend getaway would be perfect for the avid hockey fan to find under the Christmas tree.
Pre-game dinner and refreshments in the box are included. And this package wouldn’t be complete without two new Winnipeg Jets jerseys.
Private Box Seats Donated by
Derek Johannson, Carlyle Printers,
Service & Supplies Inc.
Dinner for 24 at Durham House
(Value: $4,500)
It’s back and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Without lifting a finger you can entertain 24 friends for dinner at Durham House in Garden Hill. This, not-to-be-missed event, will feature four cooks, six wait staff (in black tie) and four courses and take place at the home of Will & Jennie Ryan.
The food, the flowers and drinks will be supplied with grace,
and style and good humour.
All you have to do as host is to invite your friends, family, co-workers or board members, supply them with invites and be prepared to have a good time.
Tentative Date: February 11th OR 18th, 2012
Donated by Will & Jennie Ryan and a cast of thousands
Silent Auction
Magical Items
"The Air, The Forest & The Watch"
Limited Edition Signed Robert Bateman Print
Donated by Tom and Kim Rudd
Discovering Kingston Package
- 1 night accommodation at Radison Waterfront hotel
- $75 gift certificate for AquaTerra Restaubistro by Clark
- Four Kingston Frontenacs hockey tickets
- 2 green fees at Glen Lawrence Golf Club
- 1 pedicure and polish at Karma Spa
- 1 lasagna-to-go from Pasta Shelf
- Cooke's Fine Foods Coffee samplers and chocolates
Donated by Catherine de Jong and Paul Hayes from Nycomed Canada
GE Wine Cooler with Wine
Donated by 107.9 The Breeze, STAR 93.3 & Magic 96.7
An afternoon at Oak Heights Estate Winery for 10
Package includes listening to live music while wine tasting - a flight of wines with food pairings - a selection of locally sourced tapa platters and winery tour for ten people.
Donated by Oak Heights Estate Winery
Cambridge Suites Dinner, Accommodation, Theatre
One Nights' Accommodation at the Cambridge Suites Hotel in Toronto, Dinner for Two at Portico Restaurant and two premiere seats to Soulpepper Theatre
Donated by Cambridge Suites Hotel
A Day Trip for 4 to Montreal in Your Private Twin-Engine Piper Navajo
Imagine you and three friends spending an exciting day in Montreal doing whatever you want! Shop till you drop on rue Ste-Catherine. Enjoy an authentic deli lunch on rue Fairmount. Go sightseeing in Vieux-Montreal. Visit Casino Montreal for a delicious dinner and some fun and games. It's all up to you! Wheels are up at 9 a.m. (or at your pleasure) from Peterborough airport for a quick trip (only 1 ½ hrs) to Montreal in your private twin-engine aircraft. Then it's back onto your plane for the short trip home, with some great memories…and perhaps a new designer outfit or two!
Donated by Ian Lancaster
The Northside/Mill Valley Estates Experience
Northside Catering have teamed up with Mill Valley Estates to offer a one-of-a-kind package that includes one night stay at the beautiful 300 acre Mill Valley Estate, located in Baltimore, Dinner and Breakfast for 8 guests & an afternoon of partridge, pheasant and quail hunting in the game reserve. Or you can try your hand at skeet shooting.
Donated by Northside Catering & Mill Valley Estates
Private Tasting Event for 12 at Karlo Estates, Prince Edward County
This wonderful package includes a private tasting of the Karlo Estates portfolio of wines for 12 people paired with cheese, charcuterie, nuts and crackers, two bottles of wine and two tasting glasses.
Donated by Karlo Estates
Art Naturally (The Artist's Loft)
"The Eagle" Needlepoint
Donated by Eileen Wilkinson
"Mother Tree" 36 x 36 Framed Print by Jay Robinson
The image is a composition study of negative space and the majesty any large tree reveals when contrasted against the sky. This impressive oak was captured in the Northumberland hills, north of Castleton and is part of a wider collection titled Landz. The photo is digitally printed full colour on premium canvas, to lend a painterly quality to the contrasting sepia tones of the image. Donated by Jay Robinson & Cats Media
Limited Edition Framed Frank Williams Print
Donated by Jules Custom Framing
"Blur of Anticipation" Original Acrylic Painting
Donated by Pamela H Tate
Original Painting
Donated by Stephen Gillberry
Original Watercolour
Donated by Anne Wilson
Hello, Good Buys (Boutique)
Gift Certificates and Gift basket
$75 Gift Certificate for Lux Boutique and a Cosmetic Gift Basket & $50 Gift Card from Shoppers Drug Mart (Port Hope)
Donated by Lux Boutique and Shoppers Drug Mart (Port Hope)
Cosmetics Basket
Donated by Sears
Pet Favours & Treats Basket
Donated by Tiburon Treats
All About Feet Pampering Basket
Donated by Baskets by Eva
Crystal Candle Holder
Donated by Michael Cortesis/RE/MAX Lakeshore Reality Inc.
Italian Murano Glassware Vase
Donated by In Your Space Design/Heike Kwok
City Chic Faux Fur Throw (50" x 60")
Donated by In Your Space Design/Heike Kwok
$50 Gift Certificate
Donated by Brittany 'N Bros
Area Rug
Donated by Sine's Flooring
Shop Cobourg Package
Gift Certificates for Jakes, A Culinary Affair, Bulk Barn and Cobourg Paint & Wallpaper
Donated by Jakes, A Culinary Affair, Bulk Barn and Cobourg Paint & Wallpaper
Coach Designer Sunglasses
Donated by Dr. Bernie Uhlmann
Port Hope Shopping
- $100 Gift Certificate for Bubbles & Gems
Gift Basket
Donated by Herma's Gifts & Fine Foods
Shopping Party for 10 at Campbell's Clothing CO. & Bra Boutique
What could be more fun than a fun night of girls, giggles and good times?
Package includes invitations for 10 people, discounts of 20%, gift bags, refreshments catered by Lemon tree, wardrobe sessions, bra fittings and much more!
Donated by Campbell's Clothing CO. & Bra Boutique
Ate Days a Week (Food & Wine)
$500 Currah's Restaurant Gift Certificate plus Overnight Stay at 57 Mary Street B & B in Picton
Donated by Currah's Restaurant & 57 Mary Street B & B
Rare Wines (Five Lots)
- 1999 Coudoulet de Beaucastel from the Southern Rhone Valley
- 2001 Perrin Vacqueyras from the Southern Rhone Valley
- 1986 Pesquera Tinto Cosecha
- 1998 Domaine Alary - Cairanne - Reserve du Vigneron
- 1995 Pesquera Tinto Crianza & 1996 Pesquera Tinto Crianza
Donated by Bryan Graham
Gift Certificate
Donated by Mercury Chocolates
Italian Wine Basket
Donated by Allen Insurance
24 Piece BBQ Set
Donated by Teva Canada
PC Black Label Basket
Donated by Davis' Your Independent Grocer
Lunch & Private Barrel Tasting for 8 at Norman Hardie Winery
Donated by Norman Hardie Winery
Basket of Chocolate Delights
Donated by World's Finest Chocolates
Pizza for a Year - enjoy 1 individual size pizza every month for the year
Donated by Boston Pizza
Basket of Goodies
Donated by Burnham Family Farm Market
Two Loaves of Bread per Month for a Year
Donated by Mill Stone Bakery
Chocolate Gift Basket
Donated by Harden & Huyse Chocolates
Tea Gift Basket
Donated by Harden & Huyse Chocolates
Health! (Health, Wellness & Recreation)
A Getaway to One of Ontario's Finest Hotels Inns and Spas
Two Night Stay at The Briar's Inn and Spa, Jackson's Point, Ontario. Two night's accommodation with breakfast each morning.
Valid Sunday through Thursdays. Cannot be used for holiday stays.
Expires: November 1, 2012
Donated by the Woodlawn Inn & the Della Casa family
Flight for Two to Ottawa with Parliament Hill Lunch
Donated by Ben Currelly & Northumberland - Quinte West M.P. Rick Norlock
One Hour Personal Yoga Session or Nutritional Consultation
Donated by Doris Biron RNCP, CYT
Two Tickets to the Naughty Panto
Donated by Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Two Tickets to the Stratford Shakespeare Festival 2012 Season
Donated by Stratford Shakespeare Festival
4 x 1 Hour Gift Certificates for Massage
Donated by Dr. Alban Merepeza/Port Hope Chiropractic & Health Centre
VIA Rail Travel Certificate
Certificate for one round trip Economy Class travel for four people in the Windsor - Quebec Corridor.
Donated by VIA Rail Canada Inc.
Four Tickets to CBC's "Battle of the Blades" Show Dates:
Donated by Insight Productions
Two Tickets for the 2012 Season at the Westben Theatre
Donated by Westben
2 (two) tickets for each show of the Port Hope Festival Theatre's 2012 Summer Season at the Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Donated by Cameco Capitol Arts Centre
Gift Certificate for a 30 Minute Massage
Donated by Absolute Therapeutics
A Night for The Stars at Starlight Restaurant & Beauty Shop
You and three friends will receive….wash & style, make-up application, manicure and a glass of wine. Then dine with us at Starlight Restaurant and you and your three friends will receive a complimentary selection of unique appetizers to start your dinner off right!
Donated by Starlight Restaurant & Beauty Shop
One night's stay in a Riverside Room at the historic Waddell Hotel
Located on the banks of the Ganaraska River in Port Hope. Includes breakfast for two. Reservation is subject to availability and must be confirmed for a date.
Donated by The Waddell Hotel
Half Day Spa Package
Including 30 minute swedish massage, express facial, express manicure, express pedicure and light lunch.
Donated by Serenity Day Spa
Here Comes the Fun (Sports)
Two Tickets to See the Toronto Maple Leafs
See them take on the Stanley Cup Champion Boston Bruins on Wednesday, November 30th at the ACC PLUS an overnight stay at the Delta Chelsea Hotel and a Pass to the ROM
Donated by Northumberland News and the ROM
Golf Passes
- Four Green Fees to Port Hope Golf & Country Club
- Passes to Deer Creek Golf Club
Donated by Port Hope Golf & Country Club and Deer Creek Golf Club
Two Tickets to Catch the Toronto Maple Leafs
See them hosting the Edmonton Oilers on Monday, February 6, 2011 at the ACC.
Donated by Lynn Hardy/RBC Dominion Securities
Sens & Devils in Ottawa plus Cobourg Cougars Jr. A Tickets
Two - 1st Row Seats (Right beside the visitors bench) at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa to watch the Senators take on the New Jersey Devils on Monday, January 2nd, 2012 (Section 107, Row A, Seats 11 & 12) plus two general admission tickets to any regular season home game of the Cobourg Cougars 2011-2012 Season plus signed Ray Emery hat and Brendan Shanahan signed puck.
Donated by Marc Mercier on behalf of the Cobourg Cougars Junior "A" Hockey Club
Foursome with Carts at Dalewood Golf Club plus Ryder Cup carry-all
Donated by Dalewood Golf Club
Team Signed Montreal Canadiens Jersey
Donated by JELD-WEN Windows and Doors
Signed Gerry Cheevers Boston Bruins Jersey
Donated by Lynn Hardy/RBC Dominion Securities
Four Tickets to the Home Opener of the Toronto Rock on January 8th, 2012 vs. the Edmonton Rush
Donated by Ken Barrie
Snowshoes
Donated by Madeleine Thibault-Smith
One night's stay in a Riverside Room at the historic Waddell Hotel
Located on the banks of the Ganaraska River in Port Hope. Includes breakfast for two. Reservation is subject to availability and must be confirmed for a date prior to June 1, 2012.
Donated by The Waddell Hotel
Four Prime Club Level Tickets to a Toronto Blue Jays Game of your choice during the 2012 Season
Donated by W.D. Latimer Co. Ltd.
It's the Buds and the Wild.
Two tickets to see the Toronto Maple Leafs host the Minnesota Wild on Thursday, January 19, 2012 at the ACC.
Donated by Peter Lorenz - Lorenz Conveying Products
All You Need are Toys
Digital Picture Frame
Donated by Teva Canada
Toro Ultra Electric Blower Vac
Donated by Home Depot
LG Home Theatre Stereo System
Donated by 107.9 The Breeze, STAR 93.3 & Magic 96.7
Dyson Model DC 33 Vacuum
Donated by 107.9 The Breeze, STAR 93.3 & Magic 96.7
Sony Portable Stereo with iPod/MP3 Docking
Donated by 107.9 The Breeze, STAR 93.3 & Magic 96.7
Fuji Fine Pix Camera
Donated by IMP Solutions
Phillips Sonicare DiamondClean Power Toothbrush & Soniccare Airfloss
Donated by Dr. Anna Tucka - Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Flat Screen TV
Donated by Access Systems Ltd.
