SCRUFF SOCIAL 2023
The Scruff Social is just over a week away!
After four long years, we’re back, baby!
We cordially (like totally) invite you to our 4th annual Scruff Social (the last three years can talk to the hand).
In honour of our 9th year of dog rescue, advocacy, and education, we’re celebrating in 90s-style. Join us for an unforgettable evening with fellow dog lovers as we support and pay tribute to our fly community and the scruffs that have come, are, and will come into our care.
Join us on Saturday 29th April between 8pm - 1am.
Your ticket gets you access to:
An open bar sponsored by Nickel Brook, Muskoka Brewery, Barbet, Brickworks, and BFF
A silent auction with a bunch of sweet items like Blue Jays tickets, Toronto FC tickets, a Cabinscape weekend away, photography sessions, tattoo pieces, and Death Cab for Cutie concert tickets
Live music performed by Born In The Eighties and a DJ for gettin’ jiggy with it
Some pretty rad games and activities, like a photobooth provided by OVL Booth
Late-night snacks, including pizza by Panago Pizza
A chance to meet loveable doggos*
Parting gift bags valued at over $200(!!!), including items for doggos and humans from SOXOS, Henry's, Roar Organic, Wilder Harrier, Microgenix and Healthy Bud!
A raffle ticket for a MAJOR door prize from WestJet (keep an eye and ear out for its announcement!)**
We are proud to assure you that your support goes directly to providing life-saving services for dogs in need. Save Our Scruff does not receive any financial support from federal, provincial, or municipal government agencies. We rely solely on donations from members of our compassionate, animal-loving community. Proceeds from the Scruff Social will go directly towards supporting our dogs, which includes paying for veterinary care, transportation, training, and advocacy work.
Dress code: A night out on the town, 90s-themed if you so desire
Cocktails start at 8pm. This is a 19+ event.
*Please keep your pups at home! Our doggo guests are arriving by special invitation.
Save Our Scruff Social 4.0 Cash 50/50 Draw!
Funds raised by this raffle will be used to rescue and rehome in-need dogs and fine them safe, suitable and permanent homes through adoption, advocacy and education!
The winner will be announced at the event, on the website, and be contacted to claim their prize!
Tickets are 1 for $3, 3 for $5, 10 for $10, 40 for $20, and 160 for $40.
Tickets will be available online from April 22nd, 2023 at 12:00pm to April 29th, 10:59 p.m. Tickets will also be available for purchase in person at the SOS Scruff Social 4.0 (the “event”) from 8:00pm to 10:59 pm. Tickets sold at the event will be online through Rafflebox
+ RULES OF PLAY
Below are the Rules of Play ("Rules") for the Save Our Scruff Rehome and Rescue (“SOS”) Scruff Social 4.0 50/50 draw.
The ticket sales will begin starting at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday April 22nd, 2023 and end on Saturday April 29th at 10:59 p.m.
The main draw will take place on Saturday April 29th, 2023 at approximately 11:15 p.m.
Tickets will only be sold to people who are 18 years of age or older.
The person must be in the province of Ontario at the time of purchase.
SOS Charitable Gaming Eligibility number issued by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) is CGE1306235.
SOS’s Lottery Licence number issued by the AGCO is RAF1310070.
Tickets will be sold online via an electronic raffle supplier, through an AGCO approved platform, Rafflebox.
Tickets are 1 for $3, 3 for $5, 10 for $10, 40 for $20, and 160 for $40.
Tickets will be available online from April 22nd, 2023 at 12:00pm to April 29th, 10:59 p.m. Tickets will also be available for purchase in person at the SOS Scruff Social 4.0 (the “event”) from 8:00pm to 10:59 pm. Tickets sold at the event will be online through Rafflebox.
After buying, patrons will receive a confirmation e-mail with their 50/50 numbers from a random selection system. No specific numbers can be given as numbers are generated randomly.
The winning ticket number will be selected by a random number generation system from all raffle numbers sold for the draw.
The amount of the 50/50 prize will be posted on the webpage where the tickets will be available.
The winning number will be announced at the live event, held at District 28 at 28 Logan Avenue Toronto, ON M4M 2M8 and an e-blast to participants posted on the following channels: the website where the tickets were purchased and a story posted on Instagram. The winner will also receive an email.
If not physically at the event, the winner will be contacted by email and/or phone on Monday May 1st, 2023. The winner will need to produce the original email and pdf of the ticket and a valid piece of government issued ID.
The winner will then be paid by draft cheque or e-transfer for the amount posted. The winner must have the original winning ticket and no copies.
Once contact is made with the winner they will receive payment within 60 days.
The winner agrees to use their name and Instagram handle and likeness in perpetuity for announcement/publicity/video purposes by SOS and sponsors.
The winner must provide their name, address, and phone number with picture identification for our report sheet.
Once the certified winner is verified, and provides identification with photo ID, they will be given a draft cheque or an e-transfer will be sent in the amount of the declared prize which is, at a minimum, 50% of the total sales for that draw.
In the event that no winner comes forward, the winning number will be held for 6 months. After that time period has elapsed the prize will donated to SOS, with the approval of the AGCO.
All volunteers, managers, founders, board members of SOS, and family of same can participate in the 50/50.
All individuals who purchase tickets agree to receive emails from SOS regarding, but not limited to: events, fundraisers, newsletters, etc.
COMMITTEE
Chair
Jenna Bye
Committee
Members
Nadia Credico, Emilia Melara, Lauren Pattison, Jenn Ivy, Deepika Naidu, Emily Southey, Kate Cross, Christina Fera, Stephanie Ellis, Amanda Huiward, Kelly Morgan, Sarah ONeill, Michelle Weldon, Zoe Mitchell-Beckerman, Nimisha Dubey, Maddie Shirriff, Braiden Preece, Breanne Varao, Jenny Holobow, Keith Chan
If you'd like to get involved with the social please email jenna@saveourscruff.org to discuss sponsorship opportunities and other areas of need.
Can’t come but still want to support? You can still donate to our biggest fundraiser here.
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
FAQS
+ What is an open bar?
You don't need to pay for any of your drinks – alcoholic or non-alcoholic – at the event! Your drinks are included with your ticket.
If you decide to indulge in some adult beverages, please be responsible and coordinate a safe ride home at the end of the evening.
+ Can I bring my own dog(s)?
No. As much as we'd love to meet your fur babies, this is not the event for it. We do plan other events that your dogs can attend throughout the year. Stay updated on our website and Facebook and Instagram accounts!
+ Is District 28 wheelchair accessible?
Yes, it is.
+ I'd like to help out at the Scruff Social! How do I do that?
That's awesome to hear! We'd love to have you help. Just fill out this form, and someone from our volunteer coordination team will reach out!
+ Where can I park?
There is street parking by the venue. You'll also find paid parking within a walking distance at 246 Logan Avenue and just north of Queen (at Busy Street) on the east side of Logan.