Guests will have the opportunity to bid on exciting items at our Live Auction beginning at 8:00 p.m. This year's live auction items range from a package at the Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto to a custom wine racking system to spectacular wines.  All items go to the highest bidder.  James Duncan, of Canaccord Capital Corp. returns as auctioneer and will be joined by Andy Willis, Globe and Mail columnist and contributor to the popular Streetwise blog.

We want to extend our thanks to all of our generous donors for their contributions.  We are continuing to accept donations for our silent and live auctions. If you would like to donate, please fill out our Online Donation Form to submit your donation.

If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Warburton, Auction Sub-Committee Chair or call her at 416-308-1414.

Check back regularly for updates on the items available at this year's Live Auction.

Lot 1:  Golf & Lunch at Coppinwood with James Duncan

Enjoy an amazing golf experience at Coppinwood, a golfer’s paradise, located on 357 acres of rolling terrain with stunning elevation changes and great views.  Designed by Tom Fazio, the world's leading course architect, this is one of the top golf courses in the GTA and among the top 100 in Canada.  ScoreGolf says,” This is Fazio at his finest – a dramatic, walkable, modern classic, playable for novice and serious golfers alike, sure to surprise and challenge on every round.”  The par 72 course features five sets of tees to provide an exceptional golf experience for all skill levels.

Hosted by James Duncan, your threesome will enjoy 18-holes on Coppinwood’s beautiful course followed by lunch in the elegant, understated clubhouse.  Perched above the 18th green, the clubhouse features a wraparound patio and panoramic views of the Toronto city skyline.

The package includes:

•  Golf threesome, enjoy 18-holes played with James Duncan

•  Lunch in Coppinwood’s clubhouse

Generously Donated By: James Duncan

Value: $1,100.00

Lots 2, 3 and 4:  Wine Aficionados:

For those who drink only the very best, we introduce three exclusive wine lots.  Each of the three lots features six (6) bottles of exceptional wine in its original wooden case.

Lot 2:  California Cab 1

2001 Caymus Special Selection Cabernet at $450.00 per 750 ml Bottle

Value:  $2,700.00

Generously Donated by:  Robbie Pryde

Lot 5:  Custom Wine Racking System

Rosehill Wine Cellars will provide the conscientious wine connoisseur with a custom wine racking system.  Your dream cellar can incorporate the custom wine rack design elements important to you.  Choose between All Heart Redwood, Cherry, Walnut or Mahogany.  Your wine deserves the very best home and Rosehill Wine Cellars will help you design and create a showcase for your wine to enjoy in the years to come.

Custom Wine Racking features:

A site visit by our design consultant.

• Full set of CAD drawings showing plan and elevation views.

• Quotation to supply and install racking or just supply.

• Racking to be built by Rosehill in their brand new racking manufacturing facilities. 

Generously Donated By: Rosehill Wine Cellars

Value: $5,000 to be applied against the racking cost only

Lot 6:  Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto package    

Enjoy golf at one of the premier private golf courses in the Toronto area. Enjoy a one month package for yourself and 3 guests including green fees. Established in 1924, Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto is the only golf club in North America owned and operated by women. Men have been an important part of Ladies’ since 1936 and enjoy Guest Card Holder privileges. The course was beautifully renovated in 2005-6.

The package includes:

•  Lesson with Golf Professional

•  $250 voucher for the dining room.

•  $200 voucher for the Pro Shop

Generously Donated By: Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto

Value: $1,500.00

Lot 7:  Discover the Art Gallery of Ontario

Enjoy the wonders of Toronto’s new architectural wonder, the Art Gallery of Ontario and the cuisine and wine of the stunning Frank restaurant where award winning chef, Anne Yarymowich, executive chef of Frank restaurant will personally introduce each specially prepared course which is to be paired with wines selected by Frank’s sommelier.

·    Two separate one-year Art Gallery of Ontario Family/Dual Memberships.  These include unlimited admission to the AGO’s collection and most special exhibitions for two named adults and up to five children (17 and under), discounts in all food and beverage locations within the Gallery, discounts in our retail shop, free coat check and use of the Norma Ridley Member’s Lounge.

·    Four complimentary tickets to the AGO’s King Tut– The Golden King and the Great Pharaoh’s exhibit.

·    A private tour of the permanent Collection led by the AGO’s own personal guide.

·    Dinner for four in Frank Restaurant.   Guests will be greeted by Frank’s renowned chef, Anne Yarymowich, and sommelier, Courtney Henderson.  Guests will have prime seating close to the ‘open’ kitchen as a specially designed five-course meal is prepared by Award Winning Executive Chef Anne Yarymowich.  Anne will personally introduce each course which will also be carefully paired with wine selected and introduced by Courtney. (If possible, we would like to get any food allergies in advance)

·    Return Limousine Service for the Dinner courtesy of Bennington Limousines.

Generously Donated By: Art Gallery of Ontario

Value: $2,300.00

Lot 8:  Courtside at a Raptors Basketball Game

Perfect for the sports enthusiasts; two courtside seats to enjoy the fun and all out excitement of a Raptors Basketball game. Experience the thrill of competition, the slam-dunks and the furious pace of a NBA game from your very own courtside seats. Watch as the Raptors take on the visiting Golden State Warriors, Sunday April 4^th with tip-off at 6:00pm. Support the Raptors as they drive towards the playoffs.   The package includes a signed jersey from crowd favourite and team leader, Chris Bosh. 

Generously Donated By: Bank of Montreal

Value: $2,200.00

Lot 9: The Yorkville Club Experience

For the fitness and health enthusiast, a one-year Platinum membership to the exclusive Yorkville Club. Enjoy the personal customer service that embodies the Yorkville club experience. Enjoy your workouts with the latest equipment and unparalleled amenities including 100+ cardio machines with individualized plasma screens and full service concierge. Your package includes full access to both locations at Hazelton Lanes in Yorkville and Uptown at 101 Eglinton Avenue West.  

The Package includes:

•  A private fitness assessment

•  A one-hour personal training session

Generously Donated by: The Yorkville Club

Value: $2,600

Lot 10:  A Weekend in Montreal for Two

Experience joie de vivre in Montreal with a two-night stay at the luxurious Fairmount The Queen Elizabeth.  The award winning hotel is at the center of Montreal's vibrant cultural and commercial district.  The weekend includes a gift certificate to Ristorante Bice, a stylish and elegant restaurant featuring upscale Italian cuisine.  The package also features return business class travel from Toronto to Montreal courtesy of VIA Rail.

•  Reservations are subject to availability and blackout dates may apply.

Generously donated by:  Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, VIA Rail and Ristorante Bice

Value:  1,450.00