[cochise]

Just got notice that I won this through a charity auction for Canadian Tire Jumpstart program. It's a commemorative 26x30 print for the last show in Kingston with a plaque of the nights setlist. Not the best quality picture here, but I'll post a better one when it arrives. Gonna look good up on the wall.

[Dagger]

I am thinking of bidding on another one at a Canadian Tire here in Ottawa. Do you mind telling us what the winning bid was?

[Scotty12]

The way I understand it, everyone who bids over $200 "wins" and pays what they bid. Calling them a "charity auction" is a bit misleading.

It is unclear if the artists (hip + photographers) have licensed their images or are being compensated, and it is also unclear how much of your $200+ ends up with the charity.

Last but not least the frame jobs I have seen in local stores leave a lot to be desired. Worth noting that these have not been the hip items, but sports/beatles/etc and look to be done by the same company. The glass they use isn't too far off from a mirror.

For my $200+ I would prefer to hunt down an original poster or buy photographs from the artist and have them professionally framed.

Not trying to shit on your purchase Cochise, but feel this should be disclosed on hipbase since a glut of unlicensed hip merch has surfaced since the announcement.

[cochise]

No offence taken. I bid $250. On the website they are selling for $375, so didn't feel too bad at the price. The one I got looks great, very happy with the quality. Never thought about it being unlicensed, perhaps it is, but quite surprised that Canadian Tire would have anything to do with unlicensed stuff, especially for their own Jumpstart charity program? But could very well be the case, I didn't do any in depth investigation.

At the end of the day though, I don't feel bad about the price, a portion goes to a charity (probably small, but still a portion), and it saves me from making something similar as a memento.

[Dagger]

So Scotty12 are you saying that if many different people bid over the $200 they all get one? They must be cranking these out like crazy.

[Scotty12]

So Scotty12 are you saying that if many different people bid over the $200 they all get one? They must be cranking these out like crazy.

That is my understanding with the leafs/habs beatles etc collages at my local stores. Have never seen a Hip one, which is surprising given my location. People on Facebook have confirmed this is also the case with the hip collages.

Would be interesting to see lifetime stats on how many people have overbid $300+

Hoping that would mean everything extra goes to the charity. Given the shady ethics of marketing this as an "auction," I can't help but be skeptical.

Cochise, did you get a tax receipt?

The big winner here is likely whoever is cranking out these frames in mass quantities.

If anyone knows Mike Homer, ask him if he authorized or liscenced his photo taken from a few rows back. Recognize that photo as credited to him from the Kingston newspaper, also recognize it from many recent eBay auctions.

[cochise]

No tax receipt, unless one is being mailed, but I doubt it. I honestly didn't expect one though.

I'm not here to defend the seller. I don't know how many are made, or if its limited, or if its 0.000001% going to a charity, or if its licensed, or any of that. I saw it, I liked it, I bought it, I am happy with my purchase.

That being said, here is a link about the seller "Signature Authentics" out of Missisauga.

http://www.signatureauthentics.ca/about-us/


Proudly Celebrating our 25th Anniversary!

We are your source for North America’s most unique corporate sports memorabilia. All of our custom creations are handcrafted by the most talented printers, framers and manufacturers in North America. However, to ensure your complete satisfaction we offer a LIFETIME GUARANTEE on the authenticity of all autographs and an unconditional 30 Day Guarantee on the hardware/frame/case of the product. Enjoy your tour and we look forward to bringing the passion for sports to you!

Where it Began

Signature Authentics started in 1992, primarily as an art publisher and distributor. With the success of the Toronto sports franchises at that time, SA created and distributed limited editions of autographed Blue Jays and Maple Leafs art prints. Now, with nearly 25 years in the industry and having the privilege to work with sports icons like Wayne Gretzky, Gordie Howe, Joe Montana and many more, Signature Authentics has become one of the most respected names in the sports memorabilia & marketing business in North America!

The Sealed Bid Easel Auction Program

Signature Authentics has had a long standing strong relationship with Special Olympics Canada since 1994. We were looking for ways to help Frank Selke Jr. (who was then executive vice president Of SOC) raise more funds for their great program, so by utilizing our framing expertise and Canadas love for sports, the Sealed bid easel auction program was born. Many years later, we are now proud gold level partners with Special Olympics Canada and enjoy a strong relationship with Special Olympics Canada and have since joined forces with Jumpstart Foundation and many other local charities so their programs can benefit from the Easel Auction Programs’ success.

How it works

We offer a “turn-key opportunity” for charities to raise $1000’s per month. Signature Authentics finds the easel host, places and maintains the easel, rotates the pictures, and collects the bids. Our call centre contacts the successful bidders and we ensure that the bidder is fully aware of all costs associated with the purchase and delivery of the frame. And if at any time the bidder is uncomfortable with the purchase, or unhappy in any way, they are under no obligation to finish the sale, or may return the item for a full refund. The charity has very little or no involvement in the process. The host generously donates 5 sq ft. of floor space to display the easel auction. Signature Authentics agents and callers execute the program. Signature Authentics is proud to have raised over 2.5 Million dollars for charitable partners since 2011. This is made possible by our generous hosts and many people who have participated in our auctions over the years. This program wouldn’t be a success without you!

[ryan93]

My birthday was yesterday and my wife & mother/father in law got me this, he bid on it in Bedford NS. I love it and can't wait to hang it.