A decadent dining experience for ten awaits you and your guests at Corks Restaurant in downtown Oakville. Taste the bold and rich flavours of an exclusive menu made just for your party and paired perfectly with selected wines from around the world. Corks’ informed staff will guide you through your courses and provide your group with a memorable experience.

Blackout dates:
Dec. 1, 2010 – Jan. 2, 2011.

Courtesy of:
Corks Restaurant

The fabulous Taboo Golf & Spa Resort in Muskoka is the home course of Mike Weir. Enjoy one night’s accommodation in a three-bedroom Deluxe Cottage Chalet and a complimentary round of golf for four people on Taboo’s beautiful, challenging course. If you can stand more fun, mountain biking, hiking, tennis, water sports, lakeside solitude, pampering at the spa and five-star gourmet meals are also all available at the resort. Embrace the activity, indulge in the tranquility!

Valid mid-week Sun. – Thurs. until Sept. 1, 2010.
Subject to availability.

Graciously donated by:
Taboo Golf and Spa Resort

The Just for Laughs Festival is the world’s largest and most influential comedy event. Hollywood heavyweights, A-list directors, internationally renowned comedy stars and lots of “regular folk" all converge in Montreal to laugh until they can laugh no more — at least until the next time. Leave your stresses behind from July 16 to July 18 as you and your guest travel to Montreal in style using two First-Class VIA 1 tickets. VIA 1 passengers travel in the Renaissance coach car, which has spacious reclining seats, a delicious meal included and exclusive access to the VIA 1 lounge car on the train. Upon arrival you will proceed to the W Hotel Montreal and spend two nights in a luxurious and a wonderful room for two at this lovely downtown hotel. Attend the “Just For Laughs Gala" on Friday, July 16, and “Bubbling with Laughter’’ on Saturday, July 17. What a wonderful way to spend a weekend in July!

Graciously donated by:
VIA RAIL , W Hotel Montreal and Just for Laughs

Take a journey through the rows of vines at Megalomaniac and watch the sun go down over the lush vineyards, all while your guide explains the history of the Niagara region. After your tour is complete, your group will be whisked away to your private table for eight at the Mark Picone Studio, where you will all indulge in a delicious multi-course dinner created by Mark himself. This fantastic meal will be accompanied with wines to complement every bite. To complete this ultimate Niagara experience, door-to-door transportation is included for your party of eight, courtesy of Senzel Limousine.

Graciously donated by:
Mike and Janet Butler, Senzel Limousine and Mark Picone

3 S’s knows how to throw a good time — and they will bring it right to your own backyard. With a fully catered BBQ for 30 of your friends, you can all indulge in BBQ appetizers, small oyster bar, steamed lobster and right-off-the-grill Angus steak. But the party doesn’t stop there — 3 S’s will bring their famous singing staff to entertain you and your friends. As well, flowers, tables, chairs, a tent and all the catering supplies required will be provided! 3 S’s wants you to invite your friends — but leave everything else to them.

Excludes June 11, and Saturday evenings in July and August. Expires August 31, 2010.

Graciously donated by:
3 S’s Restaurant

The shot heard around the world. On Sunday, February 28, Sidney Crosby scored the winning goal for Canada against the United States in the Olympic gold medal game. A nation was ignited, and you can bring home the flame with this rare Team Canada Olympic hockey jersey signed by Sidney Crosby. Crosby has been hailed as one of the most skilled players of our time, and he showed the world at the 2010 Olympic games. Hold onto a piece of Olympic and Canadian history with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

You and your guests will enjoy a tasting focusing on the principles of pairing wine and cheese. This “how to and why" will be led by a professional fromager Scott McKenzie and wine guy, Rob Groh and will explore the pleasure of cheese and wine appreciation through a comprehensive tasting of handcrafted wines from The Vine — Robert Groh Agency and distinctive Canadian and international cheeses from The Cheese Boutique. A light supper provided by two of George Brown’s latest culinary graduates - Julaine MacNicol, Rachel Fowler, and assisted by the Comic Vision Committee.

Maximum 20 guests. Date dependent on availability of Scott and Rob.

A once in a lifetime opportunity for your child and up to nine of his or her friends to skate with Oakville’s own Sam Gagner, a member of the Edmonton Oilers. Born and raised in Oakville, this hometown opportunity is a rare one. Challenge Sam to a shootout, or a face-off or pick up tips from the Oilers playbook. This experience is for a full 50 minutes of ice time at one of Oakville’s indoor rinks.

Time and date to be mutually arranged. Expires July 30, 2010.

Courtesy of:
Sam Gagner

Painting has been a lifelong pursuit for Oakville native Julia Mori. With diverse sizes and colours to groundbreaking scrapbook and map styles, Julia Mori is truly an artist without boundaries. Proud of her community, Julia states, “I need not go far for inspiration." Residing on the lakeshore this artist is popular among the local scene. This original 36" x 48" painting titled “Waterfront" was created specifically for Comic Vision 2010.

Graciously donated by:
Julia Mori

Tired of struggling with glasses and contact lenses? Laser vision correction by The Bochner Eye Institute is just what the doctor ordered! The official laser and eye centre for the Toronto Blue Jays, and leaders in the field, Bochner has graciously donated a laser vision correction procedure. To see your world more clearly, consider laser eye surgery with Bochner! Candidacy to be determined at a complimentary consultation. This certificate is transferable.

Graciously donated by:
The Bochner Eye Institute (est. 1929)