Live Auction with Steve Murphy
Join longtime Christmas Daddies host Steve Murphy and friends, Saturday, December 6th at 11am, for our beloved Live Auction, featuring fan-favourite items that have been part of this holiday tradition for years. Tune in during the live broadcast of the telethon to watch the bidding unfold and help make the season brighter for children and families across the Maritimes.
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
2025 Live Auction Items
Turnbull Brothers Kitchen Party
The Turnbull Brothers who placed third on Canada’s Got Talent in 2023 will come to your home anywhere in the Maritimes and perform for your family and friends in a old fashion kitchen party!
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
Donny’s White Hat
You may know him as the man in the big white hat, Donny has been a long standing contributor to the Christmas Daddies Auction for more than 20 years! He is offering one of his white Bull Rider hats to auction off to the highest bidder!
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
Diamond Hoop Earrings
Prepare to be dazzled by these is exquisite 18K White Gold 1.60ctw Double Row Diamond Hoops Earrings. Sure to add Holiday sparkle and elegance to the lucky highest bidder. Don’t go blingless, go to Inglis.
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
Fireplace “The Hayworth” from Napoleon Franklin
The Franklin electric mantel package comes with everything you need to create a welcoming space in any room. Ideal for offices, commercial, dorm rooms, living areas and bedrooms. The mid-century styling is a breath of fresh air while the traditional oak finish and industrial metal accents will add a touch of luxury to any living and working area. The included Cineview 30 electric fireplace provides two-stage heating, with a low energy and boost mode. Get the look you want with the included burnt oak log set or the black crystal media. Adjust the flame speed and brightness using the integrated touch control panel and premium display (TV and other room decor not included)
Local delivery in HRM is included, delivery fees apply outside of HRM
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
Returning Classics
Navy Divers Helmet
A returning favourite originally donated to the Christmas Daddies Telethon auction in 1985! A new MK 5 brass diving helmet trophy was built & donated to Christmas Daddies in 2021. The highest bidder has ownership until our next Christmas Daddies broadcast in 2026!
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
Plunger
In 1983, the plunger was the “mystery item” hidden behind a dark drape and not revealed until the bidding was over! Claim bragging rights to the plunger by placing the highest bid!
The highest bidder has ownership until our next Christmas Daddies broadcast in 2026!
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
Schooner
The Christmas Daddies Schooner is a returning item, the highest bidder has ownership until our next Christmas Daddies broadcast in 2026! For the followers of Canada’s iconic sailing legend the Bluenose, the pride of Lunenburg, NS. The Schooner was built and donated by Arthur Dalby.
Bidding begins during the live broadcast on Saturday, December 6th at 11 am by calling Toll Free 1 (844) 400-1964.
If you would like to donate an item to be included in the telethon’s online auction, please click here.
Note: The deadline for donating an auction item is November 15th each year.
If I am the successful bidder on an auction item, will I receive a charitable tax receipt?
If a live or online auction item is purchased, a charitable tax receipt is issued for the portion above and beyond the value received by you. For example, you have paid $2,100 for an autographed guitar, the fair market value of the guitar is $1,100. The eligible amount of the receipt is $1,000. This rule is established by Canada Revenue Agency.
