The Good, the Glad and the Snuggly!
Saddle up for a night of heart and hilarity at this year’s Critters & Cocktails Gala — The Good, The Glad, and The Snuggly! Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening where Western charm meets warmhearted celebration, as we honour the incredible work of Second Chance Animal Rescue Society and the animals whose happy endings make it all worthwhile
Date: Saturday, November 1
Location: Italian Cultural Centre, Edmonton
Tickets: $100 Buffet Dinner
Time: Doors open at 5:00 p.m. · Buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m.
Theme: Western or “Old West” (dress casual or come themed — it’s up to you!)
Kick up your boots and join the fun — a snuggly, spirited celebration where good times and great company come together to support animals in need.
Looking for auction details? See our Detailed Auction FAQ
What’s in Store
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Silent Auction (Online)
Silent online auction opens two weeks before the gala on October 18th and runs through the event.
All bidding is done online using your smartphone or any internet-connected device. -
Live Auction (In Person)
Held during the gala, with bids entered into the same online system.
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Puppy & Kitten Meet and Greet
Cuddle up with some of the adorable animals SCARS has rescued. -
Themed Photo Booth
Capture fun memories of your night-out in style. -
SCARS Year-in-Review Video
Celebrate the impact of the past year with our heartwarming rescue video. -
In-Person Exclusives
Discover one-of-a-kind items available only at the gala. -
Tickets & Table Sponsorships
Reserve your spot or host a table — see details below.
⚡ Get Ready to Bid — Create Your Account Early
All bidding will happen online this year using ReadySetAuction, a secure browser-based platform.
You’ll use your own smartphone or other internet-connected device to place bids.
🕒 Bidding opens two weeks before the gala (October 18) — don’t wait to create your account.
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Creating your account on event night means juggling emails and card entry at your table in a busy, dark room
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You’ll also need access to your email on your phone to complete setup
💡 Save yourself the hassle — create your bidding account now so you’re ready to start bidding as soon as it opens on October 18. Your next step is just below: follow the instructions to get set up.
📋 Next: Follow the steps to get set up
Open the section below to create your bidding account and add your payment card.
🎥 Watch a quick YouTube tutorial on creating your bidding account
▶ How to get ready to bid (Live & Silent Auctions)
📋 How to set up your bidding account and payment method.
All bidding will take place online through ReadySetAuction, a secure, browser-based platform.
You’ll use your own smartphone or other internet-connected device to place bids during the event.
To participate in either auction, you must:
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Create a bidding account on our auction site
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Have a credit card or Visa Debit / Debit Mastercard on file before bidding begins
📌 We strongly encourage you to set up your account before you arrive Waiting until the event can cause delays and stress:
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You’ll need to create your account, confirm it by email, and enter your card details while sitting at your table in a busy, dark room
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If you don’t already have an account, you’ll need access to your email on your phone at the event to complete setup
💡 Save yourself the hassle — create your account ahead of time so you can bid online before the event and be ready to go the moment you arrive!
💳 Why a Card Is Required
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Confirms that bidders are adults and eligible to participate
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Prevents fake or anonymous bids that could block real bidders
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Keeps bidding secure and fair for everyone
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Speeds up checkout — if you choose to pay with your card, you can check yourself out online and skip the line entirely
⚠️ Your card will not be charged automatically.
If you prefer, you can pay another way (cash, cheque, eTransfer) — just tell us before payment is processed.
⚠️ Important
Each card can only be linked to one bidding account.
If you’re bidding as a couple, we recommend sharing a single account using the same card.
If you prefer to bid separately, you’ll each need to use a different card when registering your accounts.
📝 Get Set Up in 3 Easy Steps
1. Create Your Bidding Account
- 🔗 Set Up My Bidding Account Click the link at the top of the page to set up a bidding account.
- Enter your name, email, phone number, and bidding preferences.
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You’ll receive a confirmation email — click the link in that email to activate your account, then log in.
⛔ Tip: You’ll need access to your email on your phone at the event to confirm your account (better to do it now)
2. Register Your Payment Method
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A credit card or Visa Debit / Debit Mastercard is required to place bids in both the silent and live auctions
- To register your card, simply place your first bid (even on a test item we’ve created for this purpose)
3. Be Ready to Bid
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Once your card is registered, your account is fully set up and ready to go
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The silent auction opens online two weeks (Opens October 18) before the event, and runs until the gala ends
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The live auction happens during the gala (winning bids are also recorded in the online system)
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Volunteers will be available to help guests log in or place bids if needed
⚡ Auction at a Glance
- 🖥️ All bidding is online through ReadySetAuction (secure, browser-based)
- 📲 Use your own phone or any internet-connected device to browse and bid
- 📝 Create a bidding account on our auction site before you can place bids
- 💳 Add a credit card or Visa Debit / Debit MasterCard to your account before bidding begins
- 📅 Silent auction October 18 and continues through the night of the event
- 🎤 Live auction happens at the gala — only guests in attendance can bid
- 💡 After auction closes, check out and pay online (your card is not charged automatically)
- 🐾 Need help? Volunteers will be available at the event to assist with logging in or bidding
📖 For more details, see our Auction Frequently Asked Questions
Thank you to our sponsors
Title Sponsor
Legacy Sponsor
Support Our Cause: Donate an Auction Item
We are seeking quality auction item donations to make this evening a true success. By donating, you’ll receive:
- A tax receipt (subject to CRA eligibility) will be provided post-event
- Acknowledgement of your generosity at the event
- The satisfaction of knowing you’ve given many animals a second chance
How to Donate auction items:
- Contact Laurel Cunnington at 780-481-6142 or via email at laurel.cunnington@scarscare.ca
- We will arrange a drop-off location or pickup
- Donations can also be dropped off at SCARS’ Morinville Rescue Centre
- Deadline: Donations must be received by Friday, October 18th.
Let’s come together to support SCARS and give animals in need the second chance they deserve.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Tickets $100 per seat
We will be seated at tables of eight, and any tickets bought together will be seated together. Please keep this in mind if you’re buying a Table Card Sponsorship. If you buy tickets at different times, or you wish to be seated with other individuals attending, please send an email to laurel.cunnington@scarscare.ca with details of your request.
Please note: for Table Card Sponsors and Full-Table Hosts, your tickets will be emailed to you separately within 2 business days.
Date
- Nov 01 2025
Category
Weather
