Bidder’s guide to Support and Buy Local Auction
SAVE BIG ON WINE, JEWELRY, FURNITURE AND MORE
As British Columbia enters its third month of life in the time of COVID-19, Postmedia’s special event Support and Buy Local Auction is kicking off a week of retail therapy to support both consumers and businesses alike. The online auction runs from May 20 to 26 and offers incredible discounts on everything from new cars to hand sanitizer.
You can preview the items that will be available in the auction at theprovince.com/supportlocal. With more than 100 unique items up for sale, here’s a bidder’s guide to the hottest picks.
HOVER COMPACT WALL BED QUEEN SIZE BY EXPAND FURNITURE
Retail Price: $3,995 | Starting Bid: $1,600 | Number of Items Available: 1
Working from home for the foreseeable future means that our living spaces need to be multipurpose, highly functional and — ideally — aesthetically pleasing. This sleek wall bed is a great solution for any flex space and features smooth mechanics for easy lifting without the workout.
RIESLING CHARDONNAY ICEWINE (2 BOTTLES) FROM LULU ISLAND WINERY Retail Price: $138 | Starting Bid: $55 | Number of Items Available: 6
This award-winning icewine has intense flavours of honey, lychee, green apple and pineapple. Treat yourself with a two-bottle set and indulge in this dessert wine. It also pairs well with fresh fruits and soft cheeses, ending any great meal on a high note.
TASTING EVENT FOR YOU & 15 FRIENDS FROM OLIVE THE BEST Retail Price: $261 | Starting Bid: $104 | Number of Items Available: 3
Once physical distancing measures are eased, what better way to re-connect with family and friends than over a delectable tasting event?
Bring 15 of your loved ones on a culinary exploration and learn how to detect the nuanced flavours of olive cultivars.
LG FRIDGE FROM BIG BOX OUTLET Retail Price: $1,500 | Starting Bid: $600 | Number of Items Available: 1
Whether you’ve been cooking more at home because of COVID-19 or are just looking for an excuse to get rid of that decades-old refrigerator in the kitchen, this LG option features a whopping 28-cubic-feet of space inside. And the smudge-resistant finish is an added bonus for those with small kids!
2019 FORD FUSION SEL HYBRID FROM KEY WEST FORD Retail Price: $37,040 | Buy Now: $27,780 | Number of Items Available: 1
Gas prices will eventually go back up, but your bills won’t have to with a brand new 2019 Ford Fusion SEL Hybrid. Keep the environment safe as you cruise along the Sea-to-Sky Highway and sleep well at night knowing you saved big on this smart purchase.
GIFT CARD TOWARD A CUSTOM TAILORED DRESS SHIRT FROM SEVILLE TAILORS Retail Price: $100 | Starting Bid: $40 | Number of Items Available: 100
Wearing sweatpants for two months has been fun, but why not look sharp for your post-pandemic re-entry into the world? This gift card towards the purchase of a custom tailored dress shirt is the savvy choice for the sartorial sophisticate looking for fine Italian fabrics.
DIAMOND RING FROM LANKA JEWELS Retail Price: $2,300 | Starting Bid: $920 | Number of Items Available: 1
The pandemic has put a lot of plans on hold — but there’s no need to wait for the perfect engagement ring with this diamondencrusted piece. The love of your life will feel extra special with this one-carat diamond nestled among dozens of gems on this 14-karat white gold ring.
CASE OF 60ML LULU ISLAND HAND SANITIZERS (17 BOTTLES) FROM LULU ISLAND WINERY Retail Price: $102 | Starting Bid: $41 | Number of Items Available: 5
Pandemic health and safety protocols are becoming second nature, but it’s still hard to locate cleaning supplies at the store. To help meet demand, Lulu Island Winery has produced Health Canada-licensed hand sanitizer with 75% ethanol alcohol, which is naturally distilled from grape juices.