The Province

Spring into action with these can't-miss deals on Support and Buy Local Auction

- INES MIN

By popular demand, Postmedia's fourth Support and Buy Local Auction returns for a special spring edition from April 22 to 27. The online sale is a great way for readers to support their favourite local businesses without breaking the bank. Items this season include everything from skincare packages to gift cards for home makeovers.

This is the time to invest in self-care, create the ultimate athome relaxation zone or plan an outdoor adventure — all in accordance with the latest Provincial Health Orders, of course. And to make the process even more stress-free, here's a buyer's guide to the hottest items currently available.

$30,000 Gift Card to BFJ Design

Retail Price: $30,000 Starting Bid: $15,000

Relaxation is all about ambience. Create your own oasis right at home with a bathroom — or closet or kitchen — makeover of your dreams with this incredible deal from BFJ Design.

Specializi­ng in luxury renovation­s with products imported from Europe, the Vancouver-based company will make your vision a reality.

Balancing Collection from Helena Lane Organic Skincare

Retail Price: $190 Starting Bid: $95

Pampering is nothing without the skincare treatment. Handmade in small batches right in Squamish, Helena Lane's skincare products use minimal ingredient­s and are all certified organic. The Balancing Collection includes a Geranium and Lemon Verbena Hydrating Mist, a White Willow and Clay Mask and much more.

$2,500 Outdoor Furniture Gift Certificat­e from Bishop’s

Retail Price: $2,500 Starting Bid: $1,250

After a long winter, we're all ready to stretch our legs with patio season. Upgrade your outdoor space with a brand-new furniture set and maybe even splurge on

a firepit. We'll all be spending as much time in the sun as possible, so we might as well get ultra comfortabl­e.

$100 Gift Card to Escape Swimwear

Retail Price: $100 Starting Bid: $50

Speaking of the outdoors, spending the warm months lounging next to the pool, lake or ocean is about as idyllic as it gets. Trade in the

house pajamas for a new luxury swimsuit from Escape Swimwear. The Vancouverb­ased company specialize­s in unique styles and designs.

Behind the Scenes Red Panda Experience from the Greater Vancouver Zoo

Retail Price: $375 Starting Bid: $188

Take advantage of educationa­l, open-air and fam

ily-friendly organizati­ons this season. The Greater Vancouver Zoo is offering behind-the-scenes experience­s for kids who want to get up close and personal to their favourite animals. Not swayed by the cute faces of red pandas? Giraffe and grizzly experience­s are also available.

The Support and Buy Local Auction preview period is now open. Sign up for an account to bid at VancouverS­un.com/

 ?? SUPPLIED ?? Upgrade your outdoor living space with a gift card from Bishop’s Outdoor Living on Postmedia’s Support and Buy Local Auction.
SUPPLIED Upgrade your outdoor living space with a gift card from Bishop’s Outdoor Living on Postmedia’s Support and Buy Local Auction.

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