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Participation in the 2016 Inspiration Gala auction constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions set out below.
The successful bidder agrees to read this document prior to bidding, purchasing or otherwise participating in any
auction activity of this charity benefit.
Each silent auction item on display is available as a lot item in the electronic bidding device. To bid on an item, the
bidder should select the item on any electronic bidding device, tap Place Bid, find and select their name, enter their
pin, then enter their bid amount. The bidder must then tap Confirm Bid (to submit their bid and allow their name to
be displayed) or Anonymous Bid (to submit their bid anonymously). The bidder will be informed when their bid has
been accepted.
All bids must be in whole dollar amounts. The current minimum bid will be shown for each auction item. A bidder
cannot enter a bid that is less than the minimum bid. Please be aware that minimum bids and bid increments are
different for each item.
During the live auction, a declaration of sale by the auctioneer will constitute a contract for the purchase of the
particular item by the successful bidder. The auctioneer is responsible for the conduct of the auction and may accept
or reject any bid. If there is a dispute, the decision of the auctioneer is final.
The BC Cancer Foundation accepts no responsibility for the authenticity, condition or other matters affecting any
item in any manner. All items are sold on an as is basis. No representation, warranty or assumption of liability,
expressed or implied, is made by the auctioneer or BC Cancer Foundation, in connection with any of these items,
notwithstanding any statements to the contrary.
The purchaser holds the BC Cancer Foundation free and clear of liability for property or physical injury that may
arise from any item or service acquired at the auction. After the auction closes, the successful bidders name will be
displayed and upon presentation of proof of payment, the item will be released to the bidder.
Full payment for items must be made on the evening of the auction by cash, cheque or credit card. In the event a
credit card charge is not approved, the successful bidder remains liable for all amounts owed.

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Live Auction

Silent Auction:
Art & Home (100+)
Food & Beverage (200+)
Beauty & Fitness (300+)
Adventure Awaits (400+)
One Of A Kind (500+)
Family & Kids (600+)
Style & Fashion (700+)

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Unless otherwise stated, successful bidders are responsible for making any booking and travel arrangements directly
with the service provider(s) of the auction item. The BC Cancer Foundation is not liable for cancellations, route
changes or seat sales. The BC Cancer Foundation adheres to Canada Revenue Agency rules and regulations for
charitable tax receipting. For the most current information, please refer to www.cra.gc.ca/charities.
For all eligible items, if the final auction price exceeds the items Fair Market Value by twenty-five per cent (or more),
the purchaser is entitled to a tax receipt for the portion of the auction purchase price exceeding the items Fair
Market Value. Items with a Fair Market Value that cannot be determined are not eligible for tax receipts.
Applicable taxes will be charged on all purchases in accordance with federal and provincial legislation.

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1. Fun, Sun and Championship Golf

at the Waste Management Open in
Phoenix
A unique opportunity for you and a guest to
attend the The Greatest Show on Grass at the
Waste Management Phoenix Open at the TPC
Scottsdale in early 2017. This event plays host
to the greatest players in the game, and as one
of the first events on the PGA TOUR calendar,
it kicks off the year with a bang. Your package
includes 2 tickets to Skybox 16home of the 16th
hole and the Coliseum. The Par 3, hole 16 is the
most exciting and loudest hole on the PGA Tour.
From the comfort of the Skybox, you will enjoy a
breathtaking panoramic view of the action from
tee to green while enjoying a buffet and cocktails.
Watch greats like Bubba Watson, Phil Mickelson,
Rickie Fowler and Graham DeLaet in action. In
addition, you will get two additional tickets for
general admission for a second day to follow your
favorite golfer around the course. During your stay,
catch the Arizona Coyotes as they take on the LA
Kings with a pair of NHL tickets. Phoenix is known
for its year-round sun and warm temperatures
and a great location for shopping, restaurants
and outdoor activities. A great getaway from the
rain soaked winters of Vancouver. Your adventure
will begin with a flight for two from Vancouver to
Phoenix and will include 3 nights accommodation
at an upscale hotel. The golf tournament takes
place January 30 to February 5, 2017 and the NHL
game is January 31, 2017.
Value: Priceless
Generously donated by Snell & Wilmer
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2. Chefs Dinner for 10 plus Special

Guests

3. Once in a Lifetime Stay on River

Halladale, Scotland

Bon Vivant Catering and Select Wines have

teamed up for an exclusive dinner party for you
and nine guests at the venue of your choice.
Joining you at this Chefs Dinner will be special
guests Dr. Malcolm Moore, President of the BC
Cancer Agency, Sarah Roth, President & CEO of
the BC Cancer Foundation and Tamara Taggart,
Chair of the 2016 Inspiration Gala and CTV News
Anchor. Chef Dino Renaerts, who studied at the
Dubrulle French Culinary School, has cooked
for celebrities and royalty alike. Chef Renaerts
was the first chef in Canada to be a certified
sommelier which explains why his cuisine is often
inspired by his love of wine. You will work with
Chef Renaerts to create a delicious four-course
meal to be paired with wines donated by Select
Wines. An evening of this kind would not be
complete without your own personal sommelier.
Nessa van Bergen, Partner and Sommelier of
Bon Vivant, will be on hand to talk to you and
your guests about the wines and how the food
and wines can pair together. You will delight in
an evening of stimulating conversation, exquisite
food and delectable wines. A&B Partytime Rentals
will provide all the rentals you need to create a
fabulous event. This Chefs Dinner can take place
at your home or another venue of your choice
the possibilities are endless!

This is your once in a lifetime chance to

experience seven days of adventure, fishing and
exploration for you and up to 11 guests at The
Bighouse Estate on the River Halladale in northern
Scotland. Built in 1765 and located two-and-a-half
hours north of Inverness, this former home of the
Chief of the Clan Mackay offers all the warmth,
comfort and charm expected of a traditional
Scottish Highland house. Situated on the mouth
of the River Halladale, a well known spate
salmon river, your activities will include fishing,
shooting, hiking, golfing and scenic sightseeing.
For fishing enthusiasts, you will have the services
of the Lodges top ghillie, Reuben Sweeting, to
demonstrate the best techniques and areas to
fish. Included are two beats on the Halladale, loch
fishing with boats and guide, sea trout fishing with
boats on Loch Hope, and sea fishing with guide on
the Estates own boat.

Dinner to be decided on a mutually agreed upon date;

the chosen venue must have kitchen facilities.

Value: Priceless
Generously donated by Bon Vivant Catering, Select
Wines, A&B Partytime Rentals, BC Cancer Agency,
BC Cancer Foundation and Tamara Taggart

may arrange for partridge shooting. Your seven

day excursion includes all sporting equipment,
accommodation, meals, beverages and transfers
to and from Inverness airport. This will take place
September 24 to October 1, 2017.
Shooting experience to be arranged by separate
negotiation; experience to take place September
24 to October 1, 2017.
Value: Priceless
Generously donated by Patrick Hungerford and
The Bighouse Estate

Taking place in the fall of 2017, this is a great time

of year to experience the unique landscape while
stalking for both Red and Roe deer. The wild
Sutherland landscape provides the perfect setting
for scenic exploration, wildlife and photographic
safaris, nature trails, bird watching and guided
tours.
Also included is the arrangement for a day trip
to the many sights nearby, including the Castle
of Mey, the late Queen Mothers Scottish home;
the archipelago of nearby Orkney Islands; or the
famous village of John o Groats. For golfing
enthusiasts, play on the northernmost 18-hole
course on the British mainland, a ten-minute
drive away. Through a separate negotiation, you
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4. A World Free From Cancer

During the live auction, the BC Cancer Foundation
invites you to become our partner in discovery
by raising funds in support of NETRACER:
Compounds to Conquer Cancer. NETRACER is
a world-class radionuclide therapy program for
neuroendocrine cancers (NETs), that with our
collective support, will be running in less than two
years.
NETRACER is a personalized treatment program
that offers hope to greatly improve outcomes and
reduce treatment side effects by using a highly
specialized PET/CT scan and nuclear medicine
compound to treat NETs. Only a handful of
countries around the world offer this imaging and
treatment approach that the B.C. team will quickly
expand to patients with other types of cancers
such as breast, prostate and melanoma.
The time is now to find solutions for these cancers
and to bring hope and optimism to families across
British Columbia. Together, we will establish
this state-of-the-art program in B.C. meaning
patients will no longer have to travel far to access
life-saving treatment. We will bring a highly
personalized program to patients in need, and
ensure better detection and treatment. We invite
you to join us in bringing cancer care closer to
home.
Donations to A World Free From Cancer will
receive a full charitable tax receipt.

5. Party for up to 40 Guests at Casa

Mia
Now is your chance to throw a spectacular party
at the historic Casa MiaVancouvers legendary
mansion! You and up to 39 guests will experience
the magic of Casa Mia, designed by renowned
Vancouver architect, Ross A. Lort for George C.
Reifel, who was very influential in Vancouvers
music scene. Completed in 1932, the house was
famous for its parties, with well-known musicians
of the day performing late into the night after their
shows. Featured in many Hollywood movies, inside
this gorgeous mansion you will find a lower level
ballroom with sprung dance floor, gold-leaf walls,
and other unique details of its Spanish Colonial
Revival architecture. Your guests will experience
the VIP touch and be greeted by Park & Fifth
Avenue Valets. Exquisite hors doeuvres will be
provided by The Lazy Gourmet, one of Vancouvers
premier catering and event companies. You will
work with an event planner and chef to create a
custom menu to highlight The Lazy Gourmets
west coast flair and sustainability. Wines from
Francesco Aquilinis personal collection will
compliment your menu! Beer will be provided
by award winning and local brewery Red Truck
Beer. A&B Partytime Rentals will be providing all
the rentals you need for your party. This package
has everything you need for a truly unforgettable
event!
Party to take place upon a mutually agreed upon date
prior to July 31, 2017.

Value: Priceless
Generously donated by Francesco Aquilini, Roy
and Maureen McIntosh, The Lazy Gourmet, Red
Truck Beer, Park & Fifth Avenue Valets Ltd. and
A&B Partytime Rentals
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6. Breakfast at Tiffanys in New York

with Cathay Pacific Business Class
Flights
Experience a scene right out of the movie! The
star quality treatment begins with an invitation to
the elegant and contemporary Cathay Pacific YVR
lounge, before you settle in to enjoy the luxury
and comfort of their Business Class service to
New York City and the legendary Asian hospitality
that is the hallmark of Cathay Pacific. Recognized
as one of the worlds best airlines, Cathay Pacific
Airways flies non-stop daily from Vancouver to the
Big Apple.
The next morning you and a guest will enjoy
Breakfast at Tiffany in the jewelers famous Fifth
Avenue store in New York City. Following this
gracious start to the day, you will tour Tiffanys
jeweler workshop, where master designers
hand craft the worlds most exquisite diamond
and gemstone jewels. Its a unique experience,
designed with the allure of glamour that inspired
Holly Golightly to famously say of Tiffany & Co.,
Nothing bad can ever happen here.
Your experience includes two nights
accommodation in a luxury 5 star Manhattan
hotel compliments of Tiffany & Co. and a dazzling
diamond wire bracelet from their iconic Tiffany T
collection. This experience is rarely offered and
cannot be purchased!
Flights are subject to availability at time of booking.
Travel must be completed by October 29, 2017.

7. Rare Opportunity to Stay at Warm

Springs Resort
You and three guests will experience a first
class fishing trip at the exclusive Warm Springs
Resort on Stuart Island, a private fishing lodge
available only to invited guests. Take time to
enjoy the many amenities this resort has to offer,
including a swimming pool, hot tub, tennis court
or sitting back and relaxing in the upside-down
boat. For the adventurer, there are also miles of
hiking trails waiting to be explored! The Warm
Springs Barge is fully self-contained, with
accommodations that are truly first-class.
During your stay at Warm Springs Resort, you will
have an in-house professional chef at your service,
catering delicious meals. The expert fishing guides
will show you all the techniques and hot spots
needed to help you catch the big one. Your prize
catches will be cleaned, frozen and sealed, ready
for your departure flight. Your stay on the Barge
will be long remembered for its incomparable, first
class approach and down-to-earth hospitality.
You will enjoy a scenic flight by float plane from
Richmond directly to Stuart Island, one hour north
of Vancouver. This trip is two nights and three
days, includes 16 hours of guided salmon fishing,
all meals and beverages, and accommodation.
Available for the 2017 season (June to September),
subject to availability.

Value: Priceless
Generously donated by D.E.R. Resorts

Value: Priceless
Generously donated by Cathay Pacific Airways and
Tiffany & Co.
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101. Christian Soto, Allegro

Conbrio

ART & HOME

107. A Fine, Exotic Accent

110. Two Sets of Native Essence

Servers

104. Timothy Hoey, O-Canada

Canoe
If you missed Vancouver Island artist Timothy
Wilson Hoeys pop-up show when it was in
town, dont miss out on the opportunity to grab
O-Canada Canoean impactful piece from
Hoeys kitschy O-Canada collection. Hoeys take
on the symbols of Canadian identity is folksy and
warm, with a humour that resonates with many
Canadians.
122 West
$2,600

105. Jason Blower, Lions Gate

Bridge
Jason Blower is a Canadian artist and illustrator
with a distinctly modern perspective and
sensibility. He uses clean, shape-based movement
to share his sweet, sunny outlook on life through
his art. In this delightful 51 cm x 71 cm gicle
canvas print, he has turned his whimsical eye on
Vancouvers mighty Lions Gate Bridge.
Jason Blower
$500

Accent your home decor with this 20-inch hand

woven pouf in chill lemongrass. Crafted from
new wool and filled with high-density foam, you
can use this pouf anywhere in the house: as extra
seating, or foot stool or a statement piece in your
living room.
SALARI Fine Carpet Collections
$495

108. Tile Me Up
The Savoy tile collection has become a
powerhouse of design flexibility. An extensive
inventory of mosaic, field and trim offered in a
unique assortment of artisan glazes make it one
of the most comprehensive ceramic collections
available. Get started on your dream home with
this $1,000 gift certificate to the Savoy Collection
at Ann Sacks.
Ann Sacks Tiles
$1,000

Add these stunning sets of servers to your

beautiful kitchen collection, or keep them on
display for all to see. The silver plated servers
Eagle Whale by Terry Star express the strength
of unity and diversity. The pewter plated
servers Frog by Ryan Cranmer represent the
encouragement frogs offer to respect the world
around us.
Native Northwest
$190

111. Douglas Horne, Eagle in

Flight
The Eagle, beautifully carved from this red cedar
panel, is a symbol of power, knowledge and
prestige, and friendship and peace to all. Coast
Salish artist Douglas Horne has trained with
his uncle, Francis Horne, and Doug and Perry
Lafortune to bring the traditional Salish crests
and motifs to life through wood carving. Doug
is particularly interested in experimenting with
unconventional form and unique symbolism.
Lattimer Gallery
$450

ART & HOME

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

Enjoy this soft, luxurious cashmere blanket in

so many ways. Cozy up with it while reading,
watching TV, travelling, or wear it as a large wrap
or scarf. This piece is very chic in light beige.
Queen & Grace
$175

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

A truly unique piece from the mind of local artist

Ronan Boyle. Inspired by the pop movement of
the 60s and the do-it-yourself spirit of New Yorks
punk scene in the late 70s and early 80s, Boyles
work pairs an edgy street aesthetic with clean
sophistication. 3 x 6
Ronan Boyle
$6,480

Shot in Iceland in 2015, The Dude is part of

KA Davidsons ongoing series of horses. This
gallery wrapped canvas photo print is sure to be a
conversation piece in your home.
KA Davidson Photography
$600

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

102. Ronan Boyle, Untitled

Born and raised in northern France, Philippe

Gadenne trained with master painters to develop
his abstract, yet wholly representational style,
through which he explores his intense love of the
French countryside. This wonderful piece features
Mountain Sainte Victoire, near Marseille, France
one of Czannes favorite subjects. Oil on canvas,
91 cm x 61 cm.
Philippe Gadenne
$990

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

Christian Soto is a renowned self-taught painter,

born in 1959 in Andalusia and now living and
working in France. Preparing the canvas with a
series of solid colours gives his compositions
exceptional depth and luminosity, allowing the
abstract work to take on a life of its own. 89 cm x
116 cm, oil on canvas.
Anonymous
$5,900

109. Keep Cozy With a Cashmere

Blanket

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

Christian Soto is a renowned self-taught painter,

born in 1959 in Andalusia and now living and
working in France. Preparing the canvas with a
series of solid colours gives his compositions
exceptional depth and luminosity, allowing the
abstract work to take on a life of its own. 89 cm x
116 cm, oil on canvas.
Anonymous
$5,900

106. KA Davidson Photography,

The Dude

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

100. Christian Soto, Moderato

103. Philippe Gadenne, Another

View of Mountain Sainte Victoire

ART &
HOME
100+

ART & HOME (100+)

Whether youre hosting a swanky New Years fte,

or feeding your family, youll be properly stocked
with this fantastic haul of wild B.C. fish. Featuring
fresh frozen sole, snapper, tuna and coho salmon,
candied coho salmon and smoked sockeye lox,
theres something for every seafood lover in this
freezer sized selection of fish. Also, bring a bit of
the beach indoors with this whimsical one-of-akind mirrorperfect for your beach house or to
simply add a touch of the beach to any home.
Pacific Mist Trading Inc. & Dulcie Macdonald
$1,960

201. Howe Sound Brewing Party

Sampler

203. To Accompany the Chef

Le Creusets Enamelled Cast Iron cookware has
been the worlds quality benchmark for almost a
century. Ideal in the oven, on the stove or at the
table, this beautiful 4.2 L round French Oven in
Marseille is a must have for the chef at home. Of
course, every chef needs a bottle of wine by their
side, which is why you will enjoy this delightful
bottle of Barolo wine.
Le Creuset & Mainland Medical Clinic
$515

204. A Basket Full of Goodies

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Be your own barista with this basket of your

favourite goodies from Starbucks! Keep the basket
all to yourself, or this could be the perfect hostess
gift with the holidays right around the corner.
Starbucks
$120

207. Gourmet Olive Oil for the

Gourmet Chef
Delight in this collection of olive oils from
Domenica Fiore. These Italian organic extra virgin
olive oils are produced from four varieties: Canino,
Frantoio, Leccino and Moraiolo. Use them for
salad dressings, baking, or cooking your favourite
dinner!
Domenica Fiore
$100

FOOD & BEVERAGE

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

206. Coffee Lovers Rejoice

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

Enjoy this delightful basket filled with coffee and

goods from Nocking Point Canada! Specially
curated items from the coolest company around,
means every piece of your basket will make you
jump for joy!
NP Canada
$300

Located in the lobby of the Fairmont Hotel

Vancouver, Notch8 Vancouver Restaurant, is a
place to relax and watch the world pass by. A
perfect mix of new and old world charm, this
familiar location has a splashy new style. Rich
hues of colour and warm woods mixed with brass
details heralds back to a bygone era of grand
railway hotels. Indulge with $500 to this ultra
elegant restaurant and bar.
The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
$500

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

Get the party started with four cases of beer

from the award-winning Howe Sound Brewing,
including their Whitecap Wheat Ale, Troller Bay
Ale, Devils Elbow IPA and Equinox Oak Aged
IPA. Each case contains twelve one-litre bottles of
lovingly handcrafted brew.
Howe Sound Brewing
$440

Enjoy the finest in life with this handcrafted

Moroccan leather pouf (a fabulous accent for any
room of the house), and a basket of Goodridge
& Williams Craft Distillers locally sourced and
crafted premium spirits. This basket includes Sids
Vodka, Nutrl Vodka, Silverdawn Vodka, Tempo
Renovo Vancouver Dry Gin, and Mapleshade
Repose, an artisinal oak barrel-rested spirit
distilled from BC-grown malted barley and wheat.
From dcor to drinksyouve got a style thats
all your own. All poufs are unique, with subtle
variations in colour.
Paul Meehan & The Cross Decor & Design
$570

205. Top Notch at Notch8

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

Joue Design is a lifestyle brand and boutique

design house offering small-batch home
accessories for discerning customers. Add these
four handmade throw pillows to your home, and
be prepared for the incoming compliments. The
Georgina floral print is perfect for that artistic
touch, and the Gold Nugget pillows are great for
any season! You will also receive a $50 gift card for
this fabulous Vancouver designer, were sure you
will have a tough decision on how to spend it!
Joue Design
$490

200. Seaside Living Fresh Fish and

Dcor

202. Sip and Savour with Your New

Pouf

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

113. Design for Life

FOOD & BEVERAGE (200+)

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

Dreaming of summer already? Get your patio

ready for sunnier days with this quality outdoor
dining set for four, in aluminum and durawood.
Plus, find your new favourite microbrew (with
plenty of time to stock up before summer) with this
beer sampler from the up and coming Field House
Brewingcrafting good beer and good times in
Abbotsford, BC. Drink local with their Salted Black
Porter, Sour Wheat Gose, and Summer Saison!
Field House Brewing Co. & Patio and Home Direct
$2,245

ART &
HOME
100+

112. Beer on Your New Patio Set

Delight your sweet tooth with these two $150

gift certificates to the dearly loved sweet es
pastries and sweets! Give your second gift card
to someone you love, or surround yourself with all
the sweets you could possibly want!
sweet es pastries and sweets
$300

Inspired by the world of fashion, hair and culture,

AG creates a new standard of beauty. AG hairs
black tourmaline ionic Midnight Air hair dryer and
Midnight Heat professional flat iron are a stylists
dreameverything you need to take control
of your fabulous hair. Plus, enjoy $200 towards
your next special evening at Bridges! Bridges
Restaurant, Bistro & Bar has been a cornerstone of
Granville Island since 1980, serving up scrumptious
seafood in a casual luxury environment. Treat
yourself!
AG Hair & Bridges Restaurant, Bistro & Bar
$400

With their focus on quality, sustainability and all

things local, Tap & Barrel is the quintessential
Vancouver taphouse. Explore an impressive
selection of wine, cider, and local microbrew draft
beer, from classic lagers to more obscure ales and
stouts, alongside globally inspired, locally sourced
comfort food with three gift cards to Tap & Barrel
or TAPshack.
Tap & Barrel Restaurants
$275

215. For Your Sweet Tooth

216. Fish From 7seas

Seafood lovers take note! 10 lbs each of cod loins,
petrale sole fillets, snapper fillets, albacore tuna
loins, sockeye fillets, jumbo shrimp, and candied
sockeye strips. Flash frozen at sea, this is perfect
for you to indulge in all year long!
7seas
$905

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

FOOD & BEVERAGE

11

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

FOOD & BEVERAGE

213. The Quintessential Vancouver

Taphouse

211. Dinner Date with Stylish Hair

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

10

Grow your wine collection in this sleek, freestanding wine cooler. Designed to integrate
seamlessly into your homes interior, this energyefficient, 36 bottle cooler will make sure your best
bottles are always perfectly chilled. This cooler
comes fully stocked with a fabulous selection of
wines from The Vancouver Club. Youll receive
an assortment of high end stunning wines.
Temperature range of 6C to 14C (43F-57F).
Trail Appliances Ltd. & The Vancouver Club
$930

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

Indulge with this organic local artisan Chocolate

Lovers gift basket from SPUD! When you hit the
bottom, you can keep the fresh food coming with
a $75 gift card. Bringing the farmers market to
your kitchen, SPUD brings local and organic right
to your doorstep.
Be Fresh Local Market
$125

214. A Cooler Full of Wine

With beautifully simple clothing designed to move

with real life, Eileen Fishers designs and ethos
inspires creativity, cultivates connection and instills
confidence. Celebrate your classic style with this
$250 gift card to Eileen Fisher, then head to Kits
for refined Pacific Northwest cuisine with this $150
gift certificate to AnnaLena, a multiple award
winning resto with inspired dcor, relaxed service,
an inventive, ever-changing menu that is a delight
to explore.
Eileen Fisher & AnnaLena
$400

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

209. Basket of Plenty

212. Shopping and Dinner

Just across the Lions Gate Bridge from downtown

Vancouver is one of the original Earls restaurants
known to locals as the North Van Tin Palace. The
vibe here is casual and the clientele is loyal. Take
your best buds for a bite with this $100 gift card
to Earls North Vancouver, and show up in style
with this luxurious Dorothee Schumacher Blossom
Fusion scarf. This bold new classic in delicate silk
will round off any look from your fashion book.
Earls Restaurants Ltd. & Ashia Mode
$500

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

Its the best kept secret on Vancouvers west side!

Finns Kerrisdale Ladies offers the best in quality
fabric, tailoring and timeless design, excellent
customer service, free alterations, special ordering
and home delivery, not to mention a hot or cold
drink and quarters for the parking meter. Find
the perfect outfit with this $250 gift certificate
to Finns, then take your plus one out on the
town to Hawksworth Restaurant. Glamorous and
elegant, yet relaxed and welcoming with stellar
contemporary cuisine and warm and attentive
service, Hawksworth is truly one of the best
restaurants in the city. Have an amazing night
out with this chefs choice 4-course dinner for
two. Finns Kerrisdale certificate to be used on
regular priced clothing only. Expires April 24. 2017.
Hawksworth certificate is for food only: beverages,
taxes and gratuity not included. Expires one year
past date of issue. Reservations requested. Based
on availability.
Hawksworth Restaurant & Finns Kerrisdale Ladies
$450

210. Stylish Dinner at Earls

ART &
HOME
100+

208. Dress Up at Finns for Dinner at

Hawksworth

The Movement Studio is a full-service pilates

studio in the heart of Kitsilano, where you
will enjoy three private pilates sessions with a
senior movement instructor, and two nutritional
consultations with a registered Holistic Nutritionist.
Explore your bodys health and fitness potential
in a curious, expressive and creative way. For new
clients only. Certificate must be activated before
January 29, 2017 and is valid for six months after
the activation date.
The Movement Studio
$450

306. Kickstart Your Fitness

Get ready for the new you with this personal
training kick start package from Studeo 55,
including a one-on-one assessment with a private
trainer, a physiotherapist and a nutritionist, eight
personal training group sessions and one month
of access to Studeos Vancouver Training Centre
including unlimited access to all group exercise
classes.
Studeo55
$500

RIDE is a 55-minute full-body workout designed

to reboot and strengthen your mind and body. In
addition to the intense cardio workout, each ride
tones your core, arms, back, butt and legs through
a series of small movements on the bike that add
dimension to your workout, while helping you find
your rhythm. Get in the best shape of your life with
this one month unlimited pass.
Ride Cycle Club
$240

BEAUTY & FITNESS

13

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

BEAUTY & FITNESS

304. Nutrition, Strength, Balance

308. One Month Unlimited at Ride

Cycle Club

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

12

Discover an unparalleled member experience at

Equinox, a full-service high performance fitness
club where innovative programming, rejuvenating
amenities and renowned instruction come
together to create extraordinary results. This three
month Select Equinox Membership puts you on
the path to feeling and looking your best. Valid
only at West Georgia Street location. Must be
redeemed by September 9, 2017.
Equinox
$795

SeaWheeze isnt your average half marathon. Its

over 10,000 Agents of Change descending on
Vancouver to sweat it out over a summer weekend
of yoga, running, and, of course, an awesome
party. Prepare to harness your powers of positivity,
physicality, and mindfulness, crush some goals,
and get swept away in a weekend of fun youll
never forget. SeaWheeze Half Marathon 2017 is
happening Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 7am.
lululemon athletica
$315

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

When your body works for you, theres no limit

to what you can do. Boditree Pilates and Healing
offers a truly individual approach to helping you
achieve your personal best, in a relaxed and nonintimidating environment. Get a taste of what they
can do for you with two gift certificates for one
private pilates session followed by one 25-minute
G5 percussive massage for weight loss, lymphatic
drainage, and release of muscular tension. Keep
both for yourself or invite your best friend. Valid
until October 10, 2017.
Boditree Pilates and Healing
$330

303. The Hottest New Fitness Club

307. Two Registrations for

SeaWheeze Half Marathon

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

301. Boditree Pilates for You and

Your Bestie

On November 12, 2016 you and your best gal

pal can join Maureen McGrath host of Sunday
Night Sex Show on News Talk 980 CKNW for the
most anticipated and exciting conference of the
year! A multitude of expert speakers including
the honourable Premier Christy Clark, the longest
serving premier in Canada and a proud single
mom. Also enjoy this basket of goodies filled with
everything a woman could want! From a coffee
mug, style advice, a copy of Sex and Health:
Why One Cant Come Without The Other by
Maureen McGrath, to amazing body products,
fun accessories, and everything in between, this
basket is perfect for you and every woman in your
life. Also, take home two delightful fall/winter
2016 Dorothy Schumacher silk wing scarves and a
sketchbook for you and a friend.
Ashia Mode & Vancouver Womens Conference
$442

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

The Hot Box Yoga is a unique, modern yoga and

wellness environment in Westbrook Village (South
Campus at UBC). With classes ranging from Power
and Yin through Hipster and Hip Hop, you are sure
to find your authentic yoga at The Hot Box. Get
your favourite workout buddies in on this fun and
vibrant community with three, five-class monthly
passes. Each five Class Pass is valid for 30 Days
upon first visit activation. Non-transferable, no
extensions, non-refundable. Not for re-sale. Limit
one per person. Certificate value not inclusive of
tax.
The Hot Box Yoga
$180

305. Health, Happiness and Style

Inspired by the world of fashion, hair and culture,

AG creates a new standard of beauty. This
amazing AG Gift Basket features 10 lovingly
crafted AG productseverything you need to care
for your fabulous hair. Use. Love. Repeat.
AG Hair
$260

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

300. Yoga in The Hot Box

302. AG Beautiful Hair Gift Basket

ART &
HOME
100+

BEAUTY & FITNESS (300+)

BEAUTY & FITNESS

Stay in Vancouvers most anticipated luxury hotel!

Enjoy one night stay in luxurious accommodations
at Trump International Hotel, breakfast for two
in MOTT 32, the hotels signature fine dining
restaurant, and complimentary valet parking.
Subject to availability and blackout dates may
apply. Valid until October 31, 2017.
Trump International Hotel & Tower Vancouver
$1,400

Take in the thrill of 24-hour gaming at River

Rock Casino Resortone of Western Canadas
brightest and most exciting destination resorts.
Your package consists of a one-night stay in a one
bedroom suite, complimentary valet, two cocktails
in Curve Lounge, and $100 free play coupon to
try your luck in the casino. Subject to availability,
blackout dates apply, gratuities not included. Must
be redeemed by August 31, 2017.
River Rock Casino Resort
$500

404. Okanagan Getaway

On your next visit to the beautiful Okanagan,
snuggle in for one-nights stay in a cozy jacuzzi
fireplace room at the Ramada Penticton, plus
enjoy a $50 gift card for Kettle Valley Station
Pub. Not valid June through September. Other
blackout dates may apply. Valid until October 29,
2017.
Ramada Penticton Hotel and Suites
$300

ADVENTURE AWAITS

15

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

14

401. One Night in Luxury

403. Stay and Play at River Rock

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

In need of expert styling tips? Heres your chance,

thanks to Markus J! Take home this gift basket
filled with all the best hair goodies and a gift
certificate for $150. Expires December 31, 2017.
Markus J Hair + Wellbeing
$350

314. His and Hers Cruisers

Ride in style with your loved one on these stylish
his and hers Electra Ticino 7d cruiser bikes! Youll
be turning heads throughout the neighbourhood
on these two incredible bikes in midnight blue and
yellow chiffon. Great for everyday transportation
and light touring, the Ticino picks up where bike
builders of the 40s and 50s left off, giving it a true
handcrafted feel not found in many of todays
cookie-cutter bikes.
Tim and Kristen Halpen & Patrick and Sarah
Mackenzie
$1,700

Spend the night in a deluxe guest room at

Vancouvers opulent Sutton Place Hotel. Unwind
after a day of shopping on Robson or a fabulous
night on the town...or simply hide away for a day
in the heart of the city. Take along your spectacular
Four Winds Brewing gift basket filled with swag,
beer, and a gift card. The Sutton Place Hotel,
Vancouver valid until October 31, 2017. Blackout
dates. Subject to availability and conditions.
Four Winds Brewing Company & The Sutton Place
Hotel
$515

Ready for a night on the town? Impress your

date with two tickets to a Vancouver Recital
Society Performance at the Orpheum Theatre in
Vancouver, featuring Joyce DiDonato, MezzoSoprano and Il Pomo Doro Chamber Orchestra
on Wednesday, November 30 at 7:30pm. And,
while youre on a roll, use this $200 Glowbal gift
card towards a memorable post-concert meal at
any Glowbal restaurant. No exchanges.
Odlum Brown Ltd.
$460

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

311. Fabulous Hair with Markus J

Elby is the worlds first one-size-fits-most pedal

assist hybrid bicycle thats attractive, intuitive,
versatile and confidence inspiring from the very
first pedal stroke. Simple, elegant and fun to ride.
Elbyyou charge it, it charges you. Along with
your fab new bike, you will receive one year worth
of service from Velofix. Choose your bike from four
available colours; orange, blue, black, or grey. Up
to two service tune ups. Service certificate expires
December 31, 2017.
Velofix
$5,000

400. Celebrate at Sutton Place

402. Date Night with the Vancouver

Recital Society

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

The Juice Trucks delicious three-day cleanse

is a gentle flush of your system that normalizes
digestion, helps regulate hormones and keeps
your colon and liver in top shape. Perfect for
anyone who needs a fresh start and recharge
youll be amazed at the results. Keep the healthful
momentum going with this 10-class pass to One
Yoga, a passionate Vinyasa (flow) studio that will
really get you moving!
The Juice Truck & One Yoga
$325

313. Elby Pedal Power with Service

ADVENTURE AWAITS (400+)

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

310. Yoga and a Cleanse

This 50cm 2017 Sciacallo Alato is an ultralight,

carbon fibre dream. At just 3lbs (frame and forks)
this responsive, agile and aggressive frame is
vertically compliant and comfortable to ride
for any distance. A carbon fibre wheelset and
Shimano 105 components round out this amazing
bike.
Sciacallo Bikes
$4,275

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

Great for all skin types, the HydraFacial MD

treatment is not only highly effective at improving
overall skin health, but also excellent for
remedying fine lines and wrinkles, elasticity and
firmness, skin tone evenness and vibrancy, skin
texture, hyperpigmentation, photo damage, oily
or congested skin, enlarged pores, and advanced
signs of aging.
Filia Esthetics
$200

312. Sciacallo Pink Bicycle

ART &
HOME
100+

309. Turn Back Time with a

HydraFacial MD

You and a guest will enjoy a two-night waterfront

getaway in a deluxe one bedroom lake view suite
at the fabulous Summerland Waterfront Resort
& Spa, on Okanagan Lake. Surrounded by golf
courses, wineries, and a short drive from Apex, Big
White and Silver Star, this beautiful, secluded spot
along a quiet stretch of waterfront is perfect for
all seasons. And, for the perfect thinking-of-you
gift, be sure to pack this delightful fall/winter 2016
Dorothy Schumacher silk wing scarf and notebook.
For the Summerland Waterfront stay, blackout
dates apply. Valid until June 16, 2017.
Summerland Waterfront Resort & Ashia Mode
$630

Look forward to warmer days with this 90 Days

of Summer package from the welcoming Hotel
Eldorado on the shores of Okanagan Lake in
Kelowna. With two nights accommodation for two
in an arms guestroom, breakfast for two during
your stay, use of one water accessory and one fourhour boat rental, youre sure to make the most of
your sunny days.
Hotel Eldorado
$1,500

407. Two Tickets to the Shen Yun

Show

ADVENTURE AWAITS

Enjoy a half day salmon fishing charter for up to

five people with Bon Chovy. They have access
to salmon fisheries and the Fraser River, which
produces an abundance of salmon. Along with
local stocks, there are waves of feeding and
migrating salmon throughout the year. Bon Chovy
fish effectively for all five species of salmon in local
waters. Valid from January 1, 2017 to October 31,
2017.
Bon Chovy Fishing Charters
$725

ADVENTURE AWAITS

17

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

16

412. Plenty of Fish in the Sea

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

Witness the worlds premier classical Chinese

dance and music company with two tickets to The
Shen Yun Show at Queen Elizabeth Theatre on
Friday, March 31, 2017 at 7:30pm, plus an invitation
to the VIP Special Lounge for you and your guest
beforehand. Section: Orchestra Centre, Row 12,
Seats 47 and 48.
The Shen Yun Show
$360

409. Style in Summerland

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

406. Hotel Eldorado Days of

Summer

Enjoy one night stay in a deluxe king room and

breakfast for two at Four Seasons Resort and
Residences Whistler. With a cozy fireplace and a
balcony with views of the surrounding mountains
or the courtyard, youll be rested and ready for
adventure...so why not fly? You and three friends
can be birds for a day with four adult Superfly
Zipline passes. Explore a network of paths and
platforms designed to immerse you in the peace,
quiet and freedom of the forest while zipping
along, 600 feet off the ground at speeds of 100km/
hour. Are you up for the adventure? One night stay
at Four Seasons Whistler is valid between October
30 and November 30, 2016, and May 30 and
November 30, 2017. Excludes Saturday evenings.
The Adventure Group Superfly Zipline Passes are
subject to availability. Blackout dates apply (see
gift certificate).
Four Seasons Resort Whistler & The Adventure
Group
$1,100

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

411. Whistler Adventure

Landsea Tours most popular excursion is the best

way to visit our provincial capital and the worldrenowned Butchart Gardens in just one day. Take a
trip through the islands beauty and our provinces
history with this Victoria and Butchart Gardens day
tour for two. Plus, elevate your travel experience
with round trip airfare for two on any scheduled
seaplane flight, to or from Downtown Vancouver
(Vancouver Harbour) with Harbour Air. Discover
the coast, the islands, or simply get where you
need to go. Landsea Tours Victoria Day Tour does
not include gratuity or plus options. Harbour Air
Seaplanes Round Trip for 2 is valid 9:00am3:00pm
MondayFriday, all day Saturday and Sunday.
Subject to VHFC Terminal Fee. Expires October
30, 2017.
Harbour Air Seaplanes & Landsea Tours &
Adventures
$1,200

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

410. Enjoy Victoria by Land and Sky

Cheer on the Canucks at Rogers Arena with

two tickets to see them take the shock out of
the Tampa Bay Lightning at 7:00pm on Friday,
December 16, 2016. Plus, make the most out
of your evening with a $100 gift card to Royal
Dinettea hip bistro with an elegant standard
of service and creative farm-to-table cuisine right
downtown. Section 101, Row 5, Seats 2 and 3.
Tickets are non-transferrable.
BMO Global Asset Management
$445

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

408. Go Canucks Go!

Come experience the picturesque fairways of

one of the worlds top golf courses. This gift
certificate entitles you and a guest to one night
accommodation in a luxurious one bedroom
suite at the Predator Ridge Resort, followed by
one round of golf for up to two people on the
beautiful Predator Ridge public course. Not valid
on weekends in July or August. Blackout dates
and availability restrictions may apply. Valid until
October 18, 2017.
Predator Ridge Resort
$1,100

ART &
HOME
100+

405. Predator Ridge Stay and Play

Record a song demo with Juno award-winning

producer and songwriter Ryan Stewart. A true
professional, Ryan will lead you through a threehour recording session. This may be the breakout
session you are looking for, or the perfect gift for
someone you know. Harness your creativity and
record that tune you have been humming for so
long. Valid for one person only, one guest can
attend.
WineCellar Music Inc.
$1,500

Gain a new perspective on this great city with

this 20 minute aerial tour by Talon Helicopters
for five passengers. Departing base at Vancouver
International Airport and continuing over
downtown, Stanley Park, English Bay and a close
look at the north shore mountains, you and your
guests are sure to fall in love with Vancouver all
over again. Winner must contact Talon Helicopters
by December 29, 2016 to activate. Valid until
October 29, 2017. Restrictions apply.
Talon Helicopters
$1,200

ONE OF A KIND

19

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

ONE OF A KIND

507. WineCellar Recording Session

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

18

505. Tour Vancouver by Helicopter

If soccer is your game, then the Vancouver

Whitecaps are your team! Cheer for the home
team from a suite with 15 of your friends at a
2016 Whitecaps regular season home game. Plus,
take home a team-signed jersey and four tickets
to a WFC2 season home match at Thunderbird
Stadium. Suite voucher to be redeemed 21 days
prior to match. Option of three home matches
given.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
$2,100

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

Do you remember your first time on the seato-sky? Treat your out-of-town guests to an
unforgettable experience with this guided
Whistler Day Tour for two from Landsea Tours.
With towering snow-capped mountains on one
side and the Pacific Ocean on the other, stops at
viewpoints, Whistler Village, Shannon Falls and
the new Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Museum,
this tour really makes the journey as awesome as
the destination. Does not include gratuities or plus
options.
Landsea Tours & Adventures
$400

Soar above the Salish Sea in comfort and style

with this round trip for two on Helijets scheduled
helicopter service between Vancouver and Victoria
or Vancouver and Nanaimo. After you land make
your excursion even more spectacular with this
fully stocked insulated two-bottle tote, containing
two of Okanagan Valley BC VQA Moraines most
popular bottlesthe Cliffhanger Red 2014 and the
Viognier 2014. Helijet expires October 29, 2017,
based on availability.
BC VQA Wine Information Centre & Helijet
Airways Inc.
$1,180

Enjoy the ultimate luxurious couples escape to

the Okanagan in a Cadillac XT5. The XT5 has
beautiful, chiseled crossover with a luxurious,
generously sized interior filled with advanced
features to help keep you safe and connected
while youre on the road. Spend two nights in the
best available room at the decadent Sparkling Hill
Resort in Vernon, B.C. While there, you and your
guest will enjoy a special welcome cocktail, two,
three-course dinners in PeakFine restaurant, two
$150 KurSpa vouchers towards any treatments,
daily breakfast and unlimited and exclusive access
to the pools, saunas, fitness studio and relaxation
rooms at this beautiful resort. Immerse yourselves
in whole body wellness, emerge totally connected,
and do it in style. Cadillac XT5 driver must be 25
years of age. Rental is for one week. Maximum
mileage allowable: 1,200 kms. Insurance to be
provided by Dueck GM.
Sparkling Hill Resort & Dueck Auto Group
$2,750

506. Cheer for the Home Team

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

501. Whistler Day Tour for Two

503. Fly to the Island in Style

504. Drive a Cadillac to Sparkling

Hill

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

The HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series is one of

the most exciting global sporting events on the
market, featuring the dynamism of sevens rugby
paired with a spectacle of entertainment and fan
engagement that is second to none. Get ready
to bring it with two Sevens Series t-shirts and two
reserved tournament passes to the HSBC Canada
Sevens at BC Place, March 11-12, 2017. Plus, enjoy
this wonderful gift basket from Postmark Brewing
pre- or post-game with your guest! Certificate
must be used for the year issued.
HSBC Canada Sevens & Postmark Brewing
$405

If youve got a corporate or charity golf

tournament coming up, you will love Slogo
Enterprises Golf GameBook Real-Time Scoring.
Live scoring is easy with an iPad Mini for each
team to use as their electronic scorecard and
Slogos awesome app. Heres $2,500 towards your
next successful tourney!
Slogo Enterprises
$2,500

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

500. Rugby and a Brewsky

502. Live Golf Scoring

ART &
HOME
100+

ONE OF A KIND (500+)

511. Mother Mother and Hedley for

the Concert Lover

513. Fabulous Life! Private Shopping

at Marilyns

Take home two tickets for an upcoming show and

a meet and greet for the Mother Mother lover in
your life! This Canadian rock band, now based in
Vancouver, is a favourite for many which is great
news for whoever uses these tickets because they
get to meet the band! Hedley is another Canadian
favourite, so this merch gift basket will have
someone singing Lose Control in a heartbeat.
Drop in to The Well for a treat with this $100 Gift
Card. At The Well, youll get the delicious and
immaculately-prepared food you expect from a
casual dining restaurant, the frosty beer and wellcrafted drinks you expect from a top notch pub or
bar, and the weekend entertainment you expect
from a live music venue.
Hedley, Mother Mother & Rogers Media Inc.
$350

Have your own exclusive private shopping

excursion after hours with up to nine of your best
shopping friends! When Marilyns closes the store
for you, their talented stylists will help you scoop
the hottest looks of the season. To sweeten the
deal, you receive a $100 gift certificate plus a
beautiful purse, scarf, necklace, and catalogue
and each of your guests will receive a $50 gift
certificate. So girl, this is your chance to gather
your BFFs to celebrate any of lifes big moments,
or simply because girls just want to have fun!
Hors doeuvres and wine provided! After this
exciting night, take your girls to The Beach
House Restaurant at the foot of West Vancouvers
Dundarave Pier. Heres $100 towards a memorable
evening! Some restrictions apply.
The Beach House and Marilyns of West Vancouver
$1,000

Carefully hand selected by your 2016 Inspiration

Gala committee members, these 15 bottles of
wine are sure to please any guests you have over.
Ranging from red to white to ice wine to ros,
from local to international, theres something for
everyone!
2016 Inspiration Gala Committee
$475

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

ONE OF A KIND

21

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

ONE OF A KIND

Enjoy this spectacular lot of champagne with all

your friends. Seventeen bottles of bubbly from the
Champagne region in France is reason enough
to celebrate. You have the bubbles, now start
working on your guest list, and someone to sabre
the corks!
The 2016 Inspiration Gala Committee
$1,070

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

20

Let your lady know youre thinking of her with this

delightful Dorothy Schumacher silk wing scarf
and sketchbook. Keep her happy with a $15 gift
certificate towards fresh cut flowers from Granville
Island Florists each month for a whole year! Shes
worth it.
Ashia Mode & Granville Island Florists
$260

514. Wine Not?

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

Gather five girlfriends for a fun night of beauty

at Charlotte Tilbury! Youll be welcomed with
refreshments, each of you will be presented
with a $50 Holt Renfrew gift card and escorted
to the Charlotte Tilbury beauty counter where
youll enjoy two hours of pampering and a
complimentary makeup application featuring one
of the 10 Charlotte Tilbury signature looks. Plus,
youll each receive a stylish gift bag loaded with
some of our favorite beauty products. Then its off
to the new Holts Caf for a fun girls dinner! Enjoy
a sumptuous set menu for six. Expires June 30,
2017. Valid only at Holt Renfrew Vancouver. Please
allow two weeks notice when coordinating your
appointment.
Holt Renfrew
$1,000

512. Pop, Fizz, ClinkChampagne

for All

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

509. Glam Girls Beauty Party at

Holts for 6

510. A Lovely Gift That Keeps on

Giving

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

Its a cycling journey, a fundraising crusade and

your chance to BE EPIC. Commit to the 9th annual
Ride to Conquer Cancer, presented by Silver
Wheaton, with this amazing sign-up package,
including two complimentary Ride entries, two
Partners in Discovery jerseys, two major tuneups from Tandem Bike Cafe, two professional
fittings from Allan McGavin Sports Medicine
Centre, a structured training session with Ride
Director Lindsay Carswell, PLUS a free hotel stay in
Cloverdale on the eve of the event. All riders must
meet a fundraising minimum of $2,500 in order to
participate in the Ride.
Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Centre, The Ride
to Conquer Cancer & Tandem Bike Cafe
$950

ART &
HOME
100+

508. Who Are You Riding For?

Surrounded by an expanse of lakefront walkways,

shopping, golf courses and wineries, Watermark
Beach Resort is situated on 1,000 feet of sandy
beachfront on beautiful Osoyoos Lake. You and
your family or friends can relax and enjoy your
home away from home with a two night stay in
a luxurious two bedroom lake view suite at the
Watermark. Valid until October 31, 2017. Subject
to availability.
Watermark Beach Resort
$700

608. Visit the Country in the City

Load your favourite people into your RV and
escape the city for four nights of full hook-up
camping at Hazelmere RV Park in sunny South
Surrey. Dont have an RV, no problem! This
certificate is valid for camping as well. Bring your
tent, your friends, and your favourite camping
food! Not valid for cabins.
Hazelmere RV Park
$185

F A M I LY & K I D S

23

STYLE &
FA S H I O N
700+

F A M I LY & K I D S

Style your child with the latest trends from Jacadi

Paris in Vancouver. This $200 gift certificate will
allow you to spoil your little one with clothing,
shoes, or fun accessories for the nursery. We know
you love your babes, but rememberMoms have
to take care of themselves too! Stabilize your core
and get your body back post-pregnancy with two,
one-hour private pilates sessions and a pelvic
floor consult at The Movement Studio Pilates in
Kitsilano. The Movement Studio certificate is for
new clients only. Certificate must be activated
before January 29, 2017, and will expire six months
after the activation date. Jacadi Paris certificate
expires October 28, 2017. Cannot be used in
combination with any other offer, prior purchases,
or clearance items.
The Movement Studio & Jacadi
$500

607. Two Nights at the Watermark

Beach Resort

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

22

605. Make Mom Happy

Treat yourself to good nutrition with a fresh

vegetable box delivered to your door on the
first Monday of every month for one year, from
Windset Farms. A superb variety of sustainabilityfocused, greenhouse-grown produce. Plus take
home a fresh basket of vegetables tonight!
Windset Farms
$720

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

Show a little extra love with this fashion-forward

red and black graphic scarf from Alexander
McQueens 2016 McQ collection, while your
little one finds their groove at Raincity Dance
in Point Grey Village, with a 10-class certificate.
Raincity Dance is a welcoming studio, dedicated
to training young dancers in classical ballet, jazz,
acro, hip hop and contemporary. Of course your
little one will need something to carry all of their
dance attire in, which is why this youth Herschel
black duffel is perfect! Certificate is valid for 10
one-hour dance classes in ballet or jazz.
Ashia Mode, Pebble & Raincity Dance
$525

This stylish woven basket is filled with the best

organic baby essentials, including a must-have
multi use swaddle and bib from local company
Numpfer, organic cotton teddy bear onesie and
matching blanket from Huxbaby, and an organic
plush birdie rattle from Hazel Village. Plus,
receive a 30-minute childrens portrait session in
a Vancouver studio with childrens photographer
Sarb Glaze. Youll take home one beautifully
edited full resolution digital image of your littles
at their best in Sarb Glazes natural, modern style.
Additional digital images will be made available
for purchase. Maximum three children (no adults).
Sessions available for booking on select weekdays
based on availability. Valid until June 30, 2017.
Sweet Charlie Boutique & Sarb Glaze Photography
$465

Enjoy these delicious organic products from

Natures Pathan independent, family-run,
sustainably-driven, organic cereal and snacks
company that believes in leaving the earth better
than we found it.
Natures Path Foods
$100

606. Fresh Vegetables of the Month

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

601. For the Love of Dance and

Fashion

603. For Your Beautiful Babies

604. The Perfect Gift Basket with

Natures Path

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

Delight your little fashionista with this made in

Vancouver Chartreuse in Bloom party dress from
Redfish Kids Clothing. The contrasting checked
Mandarin Collar, front or back tie bow and lovingly
detailed bodice make this dress stand apart from
all the others. And, because moms deserve the
best in life, take home this bold new classic scarf
from Dorothee Schumacher in delicate silk with
floral printthe perfect fit for the eclectic luxury of
fashion forward folks this season.
Kristy Brinkley & Ashia Mode
$475

Revolutionize your phone calls with this iPhone

6s in a cool Space Grey. The moment you use the
iPhone 6s, you know youve never felt anything like
it. With just a single press, 3D Touch lets you do
more than ever. Live Photos brings your memories
to life in a powerfully vivid way. And thats just the
beginning. Take a deeper look at the iPhone 6s,
and youll find innovation on every level. Available
for use on the Telus network only.
TELUS
$1,195

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

600. Mommy and Me Style

602. Nothing Quite Like the iPhone

ART &
HOME
100+

F A M I LY & K I D S ( 6 0 0 + )

708. Bright Gold and Blue

Make a statement with this quilted, studded

leather Suzi Roher black belt with silver chain
buckle. Size small.
Ashia Mode
$400

Bright and effortlessly glamorous, this 18k goldplated Mendoza earrings and necklace set from
Aurelie Bidermann, with contrasting blue lacquer,
is a must-have. Together or separately, they will
make an outstanding statement with any outfit
you choose. Whether its your little black dress, or
something more casual, people will take note.
Misch
$2,060

610. Two Nights at the Westin in

Whistler

700. Modern Style with IOSELLANI

S T Y L E & FA S H I O N

704. Structural Style

Art and architecture take on a wearable shape
in the designs of Annete Gortz, as in this showstopping leather necklace that conforms to the
contours of the wearer.
Ashia Mode
$570

This subtle, elegant belt by Suzi Roher in wood,

acrylic and lambskin is perfect for long layers and
simple shapesjust the accessory for this season.
Size medium.
Ashia Mode
$400

710. While I Breathe I Hope

Talisman
Symbols of mental strength and courage, eagles
were messengers of the highest gods. This Latin
talisman from Pyrrha reads Dum Spiro Spero,
meaning While I breathe I hope. Worn by Julia
Roberts in an upcoming movie, the necklace is
handcrafted and cast in reclaimed sterling silver
accented with a brilliant cut diamond and comes
on an 18 sterling silver anchor chain. This is the
perfect gift for someone with whom you would like
to share this symbol of hope.
Pyrrha
$580

S T Y L E & FA S H I O N

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STYLE &
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If you buy one great piece this year, make it this

cashmere button shawl in charcoal grey. You can
wear it six ways, and it will keep you looking chic
and feeling cozy for all four seasons.
Queen & Grace
$125

707. Sable Sophistication Belt

Stock up on style staples with this set from

Ashia Mode that comprises a delicate Dorothee
Schumacher wing scarf, two pairs of luxurious
Wolford velvet over-knee nylons and a sleek
Libson bodysuit.
Ashia Mode
$465

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

Drape yourself in drama with this multithread

gold-toned bracelet and earring set with colour
gems from IOSELLANIfamous for crafting
objects of unexpected modernity, extraordinary
aesthetic and emotional impact.
Ashia Mode
$1,160

703. Cute as a Button Cashmere

Shawl

709. The New Style Staples

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

S T Y L E & FA S H I O N ( 7 0 0 + )

Featuring eclectic pieces with a vintage, lived-in

luxury aesthetic, like this fabulous silver, gold, and
jeweled pin, New York City-based designer Gerard
Yosca is a legend among the fashion and jewelry
elite. Take home a piece of jewelry almost as
interesting as you are.
Ashia Mode
$300

Melanie Aulds jewelry is meant to be layered up

and lived in. This gorgeous set includes the 14kt
gold plated Altura Ring, Triple Diamond Necklace
with Abalone, and Half Circle Chain Drop
earringsperfect for pairing with an effortlessly
chic outfit from Nicole Bridger! Use this $250
gift card towards a piece of Nicoles collection
tailored from the highest quality ethical materials
and designed to flatter a womans individuality
and femininity. Every piece is modern, refined and
makes an impressionjust like you.
Melanie Auld Jewelry & Nicole Bridger Design
$650

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

Relax in style after your day of skiing or strolling

through the Village, with this two night stay in a
spacious two bedroom suite at The Westin Resort
& Spa, Whistler. Certificate is valid until October
29, 2017. Subject to availability. Blackout periods
apply. Parking, food and beverage, and incidental
charges not included.
The Westin Resort and Spa, Whistler
$2,570

702. Alluring Yosca Brooch

706. Understated Elegance

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

705. Black Belt in Style

Cocos Closet offers Vancouvers style-savvy

women a fun, relaxed environment featuring hardto-find fashions and accessories straight out of the
latest magazines. Stop by Cocos Closet to add
a splash of LA hotness to yours! This Chan Luu
paisley print scarf is sure to have all your friends
asking where you shop, and this $150 gift card will
help you fill up your closet.
Cocos Closet
$300

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

701. Shop in Cocos Closet

Youre ready to travel on your next adventure

(hopefully to Hawaii), with two Waikiki SWell
bottles, organic Coco Bee sunscreen, and these
incredible travel pouches! Made of 100% coated
Tyvek, these four mid-sized and two small travel
pouches from ALOHA Collectiona line of splashproof travel bags will let you stow your damp stuff
(and the stuff you need to keep dry) in style while
traveling from beach to bar, pool to plane, and
boat to dock.
Aloha Collection & Health in Alignment
$390

ART &
HOME
100+

609. Aloha to You

712. Zip Up in Style

Embrace fantasy and accent your waist with this
striking Suzi Roher silver zippered black belt. Size
extra small.
Ashia Mode
$260

713. Lovely Lattice Cuff

While hiking toward the Himalayan Mountains,
Ona Chan stayed in Lijiang, Chinaa UNESCO
site. Here buildings date back to the Song Dynasty
and retain the traditional lattice windows. These
classical windows inspired her to visualize a
contemporary collection. The Lattice cuff is the
perfect blend of history and current.
Ona Chan Jewelry
$515

714. Simply Stunning Scarf

This sheer striped Italian scarf from designer
Rodika Zanian is understated luxury at its finesta
reminder that you dont have to shout to be heard.
Ashia Mode
$400

S T Y L E & FA S H I O N

Internationally recognised for their breathtaking

collection of finely curated fashion, Ashia Mode
has been the destination of choice for Vancouvers
most stylish, sophisticated and fashionable
shoppers for over 25 years. Inside this warm and
inviting space, you will discover carefully selected
collections highlighting luxury fabrications and
modern designs to suit a wide range of lifestyles
and desires. Heres $1000 towards the shopping
experience of your dreams, and a delightful fall/
winter 2016 Dorothy Schumacher silk wing scarf
and sketchbook to get you started.
Ashia Mode
$1,080

BC Cancer Agency
BC Cancer Foundation
The Bighouse Estate
Bon Vivant Catering
Cathay Pacific Airways
D.E.R. Resorts
Patrick Hungerford
Imperial Limousine
The Lazy Gourmet
Roy and Maureen McIntosh
Park & Fifth Avenue Valets Ltd.
Red Truck Beer
Select Wines
Snell & Wilmer
Tamara Taggart
Tiffany & Co.

DONORS

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FA S H I O N
700+

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716. Shopping Experience of Your

Dreams

Francesco Aquilini

F A M I LY
& KIDS
600+

122 West
The 2016 Inspiration Gala Committee
7seas
The Adventure Group
AG Hair
Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Centre
Aloha Collection
Ann Sacks Tiles
AnnaLena
Anonymous
Ashia Mode
BC VQA Wine Information Centre
The Beach House
Be Fresh Local Market
Jason Blower
BMO Global Asset Management
Boditree Pilates and Healing
Bon Chovy Fishing Charters
Ronan Boyle
Bridges Restaurant, Bistro & Bar
Kristy Brinkley
Cocos Closet
The Cross Decor & Design
Domenica Fiore
Dueck Auto Group
Earls Restaurants Ltd.
Eileen Fisher
Equinox
The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Field House Brewing Co.
Filia Esthetics
Finns Kerrisdale Ladies
Four Seasons Resort Whistler
Four Winds Brewing Company
Philippe Gadenne
Granville Island Florists
Tim and Kristen Halpen
Harbour Air Seaplanes
Hawksworth Restaurant

ONE OF
A KIND
500+

A&B Partytime Rentals

ADVENTURE
AWAITS
400+

Thank you to our Silent Auction donors

BEAUTY &
FITNESS
300+

Thank you to our Live Auction donors

A good belt is one of the building blocks of style.

Strap on this stunning black metal and leather belt
by Suzi Roher and take control of your silhouette.
Size large.
Ashia Mode
$500

FOOD &
BEVERAGE
200+

715. The Architecture of Style

Express yourself with this dramatic statement

piece in shades of black, blue and gold from
IOSELLANIfamous for crafting objects of
unexpected modernity, extraordinary aesthetic
and emotional impact.
Ashia Mode
$700

ART &
HOME
100+

711. Modern Bling

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Hazelmere RV Park
Health in Alignment
Hedley
Helijet Airways Inc.
Holt Renfrew
The Hot Box Yoga
Hotel Eldorado
Howe Sound Brewing
HSBC Canada Sevens
Jacadi
Joue Design
The Juice Truck
KA Davidson Photography
Landsea Tours & Adventures
Lattimer Gallery
Le Creuset
lululemon athletica
Dulcie Macdonald
Patrick and Sarah Mackenzie
Mainland Medical Clinic
Marilyns of West Vancouver
Markus J Hair + Wellbeing
Paul Meehan
Melanie Auld Jewelry
Misch
Mother Mother
The Movement Studio
Native Northwest
Natures Path Foods
Nicole Bridger Design
NP Canada
Odlum Brown Ltd
Ona Chan Jewelry
One Yoga
Pacific Mist Trading Inc.
Patio and Home Direct
Pebble
Postmark Brewing
Predator Ridge Resort

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Pyrrha
Queen & Grace
Raincity Dance
Ramada Penticton Hotel and Suites
Ride Cycle Club
The Ride to Conquer Cancer
River Rock Casino Resort
Rogers Media Inc.
SALARI Fine Carpet Collections
Sarb Glaze Photography
Sciacallo Bikes
The Shen Yun Show
Slogo Enterprises
Sparkling Hill Resort
Starbucks
Studeo55
Summerland Waterfront Resort
The Sutton Place Hotel
Sweet Charlie Boutique
sweet es pastries and sweets
Talon Helicopters
Tandem Bike Cafe
Tap & Barrel Restaurants
TELUS
Trail Appliances Ltd.
Trump International Hotel & Tower Vancouver
The Vancouver Club
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Womens Conference
Velofix
Watermark Beach Resort
The Westin Resort and Spa, Whistler
Windset Farms
WineCellar Music Inc.

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Thank you to our Silent Auction donors

and Ipsen played an important

part in keeping it that way.
For Caroline, who suffers from a
debilitating disease, challenging
her friends to an off-road bike race
is priceless.
Each year, Ipsen invests ~15% of its
sales in R&D to further its expertise
in three specialty care areas: oncology,
endocrinology and neurology. Ipsen sells
more than 20 drugs in more than
115 countries. Ipsen employees devote
their energy and skills to developing
innovative therapeutic solutions for
debilitating diseases and improving the
quality of life of patients. www.ipsen.ca

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals is proud to sponsor

the BC Cancer Foundations Inspiration Gala
as its Exclusive NETRACER Partner.

Caroline,
still as style-conscious as ever...
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generosity

benefiting

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