Be a Part of the Biggest Fundraiser for the MAC this year!
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Our MAC To The Future Fundraiser is in full swing - help support our efforts to raise funds for a new ROOF, new WINDOWS and external repairs and painting on our beloved historic old school building located in Parksville, BC.
Built in 1913, the former Parksville School was purchased by the Oceanside Community Arts Council in 1976 and has operated as the McMillan Arts Centre ever since. Featuring 3 galleries, working Studio, Artisan Gift Shop, Box Office and Community Garden, the MAC plays host to art classes, music concerts, community events, gallery exhibitions and more for our Oceanside Community. This beloved heritage building needs some critical repairs and this AUCTION is the biggest fundraiser of the year.
The AUCTION will close at 9pm on June 20th, 2026.
Current Auction Items
2 VIP Tickets to Blue Rodeo — Package #1
Blue Rodeo, August 21, 2026, Parksville Outdoor Theatre. Two VIP tickets for the already sold-out event of the summer. VIP experience includes private tent, buffet, and bar right at the stage.
Starting bid: $300
2 VIP Tickets to Blue Rodeo — Package #2
A second chance at two VIP tickets to the sold-out Blue Rodeo concert at Parksville Outdoor Theatre. This is the prize people will be watching.
Starting bid: $300
4 Tickets to Cirque du Soleil: LUZIA
Four tickets to Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA under the Big Top at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
Event date: Sunday, December 6, 2026, 4:30 pm
Starting bid: $400
Kelly Corbett Artwork — “Fluid”
A 12" x 16" limited edition print by Nanoose Bay artist Kelly Corbett, inspired by Schooner Cove, Tofino. A beautiful expression of the wild coast, forest, water, and spirit of British Columbia.
Starting bid: $325
Robert Held Poppy Series Martini Glasses
Two never-used Robert Held glass martini glasses from the Poppy series, in the original box with certificate of authentication. A spectacular gift — or a dazzling addition to your own collection.
Starting bid: $300
Robert Held Art Glass — Monet Series
A one-of-a-kind large bowl made in Robert Held’s Vancouver studio at the start of his experimental Monet series. Clear inside, rolled in coloured glass powder — a stunning collector’s piece.
Starting bid: $750
Robert Held Art Glass — Art Nouveau Cylinder
A light green art-nouveau-inspired Robert Held glass cylinder, 16" high, elegant and luminous.
Starting bid: $700
Brian Middleton Artwork — “Iris in the Trip”
A 20" x 20" framed crossover artwork honouring Brian’s late mother Iris. The piece combines an original watercolour painted 30 years ago with a digital transformation created in Procreate.
Starting bid: $250
Dan Gray Pastel Artwork — “View From the MAC”
An original pastel work created for the 2025 Amazing Art Race by acclaimed Vancouver Island artist Dan Gray, a Premier Pastellist of Canada.
Starting bid: $800
Royal BC Museum / IMAX Admissions
Two admission tickets including IMAX. Date/rescheduling to be confirmed.
Starting bid: $50
Art Classes for a Year at the MAC School for Creative Arts
A full year of creative learning in 2027, including opportunities to attend MAC School programs such as Spring Art Bites or Art Gems, summer Plein Air or Creative Garden classes, and a fall Art Bite or Art Gem.
Starting bid: $200
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