Happy Holidays!!!
Each December I run my 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways (also known as A Very Lindork Christmas), as a thank YOU for being part of my community throughout the year, and as a way to highlight some amazing businesses!
From December 5-16, 2022, I’ll be running a daily holiday prize giveaway here on my blog and across my social media accounts. I’ll also be giving away separate prizes for my email newsletter subscribers in my Dec. 7, 14, 21 email newsletters.
Read on for details and check back here for daily prize updates.
Thank you to the businesses featured in these giveaways for donating prizes!
🚨 Please be aware that there is a high number of fake / scam accounts that try to trick you into thinking you’ve won and giving away your personal information. I will always ask the winner to email me to confirm their prize. I will not ask for credit card information or login information. Please be careful especially during giveaway season! 🚨
Each day from Dec. 5-16, 2022, I’ll be sharing social media links and details about each business and the prize. You can enter the giveaways here on my blog, Instagram or Facebook.
I’ll also be giving away separate prizes via my newsletter in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21 emails.
(It’s free to subscribe!)
Note: my hope is that by subscribing, you are actually interested in receiving the newsletter each week. If you’re just going to unsubscribe after the giveaway is over, please don’t subscribe lol. I only want people who stick around! ;) It’s relevant for people who work, play, live or care about Edmonton things.
Day 12 (Dec 16, 2022) Prize
A Broadway Across Canada Show Package— 2 Tickets to Fiddler on the Roof and 2 Tickets to Anastasia!
Social Media Prize Value: $600 / Newsletter Prize Value: $300
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to Rosalinda V. (social media prize winner)
The Social Media Prize is a pair of tickets to Fiddler on the Roof (in Edmonton Jan 3-8, 2023), and a pair of tickets to Anastasia (in Edmonton Feb 21-26, 2023) presented by Broadway Across Canada. Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a pair of tickets to just Anastasia!
Broadway Across Canada brings live theatrical Broadway productions of some of your fan favourite shows and new musicals to cities across Canada—including here in Edmonton!
The first two shows of the 2023 season include Fiddler on the Roof and Anastasia.
The original production of Fiddler on the Roof won ten Tony Awards and became the longest-running Broadway musical of all time! Anastasia is based on the beloved film (who else watched the cartoon growing up???) and is from the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime.
Pretty Woman comes to Edmonton in April and then you’ll definitely want to plan to check out Disney’s Aladdin in July! Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations rounds out the 2023 line-up in Edmonton in Sept.
- Learn more about Broadway Across Canada
- Learn more about Broadway Across Canada’s Fiddler on the Roof
- Learn more about Broadway Across Canada’s Anastasia
Enter to win the Day 12 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 12 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 12 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Day 11 (Dec 15, 2022) Prize
A $150 gift card to shop at Edmonton boutique Bamboo Ballroom
Social Media Prize Value: $150 / Newsletter Prize Value: $50
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @jennibal_lecter (social media prize winner)
The Social Media Prize is $150 gift card to shop at my favourite Edmonton clothing boutique Bamboo Ballroom. Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a $50 gift card to Bamboo Ballroom!
Plus: get 20% off regular price items at Bamboo Ballroom using my code LINDORK20!
Bamboo Ballroom photos below by Aspen Zettel Photography / Clothes from Bamboo Ballroom.
Instagrammable Walls / art featured in photos by: KWEST, KERZEKA and Vignettes Edmonton
Bamboo Ballroom is my favourite Edmonton clothing boutique, that has been serving Edmonton (and online) since 2005 (and they have a Calgary store too!) I’m a big fan of co-owner Kyla, who also owns some other amazing local spots like The Common and Fu’s Repair Shop, and love the pieces Bamboo Ballroom carries. Their social media is also awesome—like master class in Stories use to get customers (me!) wanting to give them all our money lol. Be sure to check out their 12 Days of Christmas deals and flash deals / newsletter and promos throughout the year too!
Enter to win the Day 11 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 11 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 11 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Day 10 (Dec 14, 2022) Prize
A 2-Night Stay at Guesthouse 71 / GH71 STUDIO in Medicine Hat
plus a $50 gift card to Takumi Japanese Restaurant (Medicine Hat)
Social Media Prize Value: $370 (approx) / Newsletter Prize Value: $185 (approx)
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @edie_z (social media prize winner)
The Social Media Prize is a 2-Night Stay valued at approximately $320 at either Guesthouse 71 or GH71 STUDIO, an amazing bed and breakfast in Medicine Hat, Southern Alberta, plus I’m buying the winner a $50 gift card to my favourite Medicine Hat Restaurant Takumi Japanese.
Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a 1-Night Stay at either accommodation (valued at approximately $160), plus I’ll throw in a $25 gift card to enjoy Takumi Japanese!
Guesthouse 71 is a super cute Bed & Breakfast located just 10 minutes outside of Medicine Hat in Southern Alberta. They offer two accommodation options—Guesthouse 71 or GH71 STUDIO. It’s a perfect location to set up for your Cypress Hills, Canadian Badlands, or Medicine Hat Southern Alberta-area adventure and includes a self-catered breakfast with your stay. I had the pleasure of staying at Guesthouse 71 during my most trip to Medicine Hat last summer and the space was *so* cute and comfortable, and owners Darrell and Dawna were so welcoming!
I’ve also been to Medicine Hat a lot—working with Tourism Medicine Hat and visiting my close friends Jack and Nicole. There is a lot to see, do, and eat in the area—known as Canada’s Sunniest City—and I’ve put together a few different Travel Guides to help you plan your getaway (even if you don’t win—plan a getaway!)
I’ll even throw in a $50 gift card to my favourite Medicine Hat restaurant Takumi Japanese to add as a bonus to your trip for the social media prize winner, and a $25 gift card for the newsletter winner! Tell them Linda from Edmonton sent you!!
- Learn more about Guesthouse 71
- Learn more about Medicine Hat
- Learn more about Takumi Japanese Medicine Hat
- Browse my Medicine Hat Travel Guides
Enter to win the Day 10 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 10 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 10 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Day 9 (Dec 13, 2022) Prize
A $100 Gift Card to The Fourth Maternity, Nursing and Baby Store
Social Media Prize Value: $100 / Newsletter Prize Value: $50
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @lizz6622 (social media prize winner)
The Social Media Prize is a gift card to The Fourth Maternity, Nursing and Baby Store in Edmonton’s Southgate Centre (or shop online). Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a $50 gift card to The Fourth! Subscribe for free before Dec. 14 and 21’s newsletters for a chance to enter to win other newsletter prizes!!
PLUS: Get 10% off at The Fourth using code LINDORK10!
The Fourth is a maternity, nursing and baby store located in Southgate Centre in south Edmonton (and online!) The name references the ‘fourth’ trimester, which we often don’t think about as part of a pregnancy journey—it’s the period right after moms give birth, providing items and support for mamas during that period. For owner Iris, The Fourth is meant to provide quality clothes and items to seamlessly transition mamas from the first to the fourth trimester, inspiring moms with curated collections that are as beautiful as they are functional.
Enter to win the Day 9 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 9 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 9 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Day 8 (Dec 12, 2022) Prize
A Jasper Getaway (Accommodations at Forest Park Hotel)
Social Media Prize Value: $375
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to Heather H. (social media prize winner)
The Social Media Prize is a 1-night stay at the Forest Park Hotel (Alpine Wing) + $100 meal credit to Terra Restaurant.
Note: there is no separate newsletter prize for today, but be sure to subscribe for free before Dec. 14 and 21’s newsletters for a chance to enter to win other newsletter prizes!!
Be sure to take advantage of travel deals in Jasper (and upcoming Jasper in January events)!
Win a stay in the Alpine Wing, Forest Park Hotel’s new building (opened fall 2022) and Jasper’s newest hotel building in over 40 years. It features elevated finished and a contemporary, forest-inspired design throughout the 88 new rooms, most of which are kitchen suites. Whether you’re looking to soak in their heated pool and hot tub or indulge in a relaxing spa treatment, their robust wellness offerings make relaxing and unwinding a breeze.
Dine at Jasper’s newest restaurant, Terra, inspired by the rawness of Jasper. Locally farmed and foraged fare is at the heart of what they do. Like the seasons, their menus are constantly changing to incorporate natural, local ingredients.
Jasper in January is an awesome time to visit this popular National Park—celebrating the winter season with skiing, sleigh rides, food and drink specials, live performances and events, and more!
- Learn more about Forest Park Hotel
- Learn more about Terra Restaurant
- Browse Banff Pursuit Collection Jasper Travel Deals
- Learn more about Jasper in January
Enter to win the Day 8 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 8 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 8 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Day 7 (Dec 11, 2022) Prize
Luxury Mobile Spa Experience from Kaavish Spa
Social Media Prize Value: $215 / Newsletter Prize Value: $155
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @mrs.pariseau (social media prize winner)!
The Social Media Prize is a 360 Luxury Mobile Spa Experience from Kaavish Spa (valued at $215), which includes dermaplaning, a facial, and a foot, leg, back, neck, shoulder and a scalp massage. This can be done at your home or at Kaavish’s spa. Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a Dermaplaning and Scalp Massage treatment (valued at $155).
Also: get 20% off a Kaavish Spa booking when you mention LINDORK20!
Kaavish Spa, is Edmonton’s Luxury Mobile Spa experience! They focus on nourishing your skin from top to bottom, and leaving you rejuvenated with a sensational afterglow. They are a full service medical spa and provide a range of aesthetic and medical treatments—and best of all, they come to you! They also have a spa location you can go to, but the unique selling feature here is getting pampered right in the comfort of your home. Their signature offering is The Kaavish 360 Experience which is a facial plus massage (a head to toe / body experience), with dermaplaning, masks, and a foot, leg, back, neck, shoulder and scalp massage. Kaavish has also recently launched a collaboration with Alberta-based Pura Botanicals—using their high quality, clean, beauty skincare products with their facials! (Love local businesses working with local businesses!) Kaavish gets a lot of bookings for birthdays, bridal showers, and other special events, or a friend or date night!
Enter to win the Day 7 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 7 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 7 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Also: get 20% off a Kaavish Spa booking when you mention LINDORK20!
Day 6 (Dec 10, 2022) Prize
Gift Cards to Alberta’s Outdoor Adventure Store—Breathe Outdoors!
Social Media Prize Value: $100 / Newsletter Prize Value: $50
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to Allison O. (social media prize winner)!
The Social Media Prize is a $100 gift card to Breathe Outdoors, Alberta’s Outdoor Adventure Store (formerly Campers’ Village)! Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a $50 gift card.
Also: get 10% off when you shop at Breathe Outdoors this season using code LINDORK!
Note: From December 9-24, take advantage of Breathe Outdoors’ Winter Adventure Sale with many items up to 40% off! My 10% off code also saves you on sale items too!
Breathe Outdoors, formerly Campers’ Village, is Alberta’s outdoor adventure store! For nearly 60 years, this Alberta-owned outdoor retailer has been helping Albertans adventurers. It’s my go-to spot to pick up items I need for hiking, camping, and all other outdoor activities. Shopping online is super convenient but I love popping into the physical stores because their staff are so knowledgable and helpful (they’re adventurers too!) and it’s great to get their advice on what you might need for your adventure—big or small. I’m a Breathe Outdoors Ambassador throughout the year too so be sure to watch for more promos and adventure inspiration year-round!
Enter to win the Day 6 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 6 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 6 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Also: get 10% off when you shop at Breathe Outdoors this season using code LINDORK!
Note: From December 9-24, take advantage of Breathe Outdoors’ Winter Adventure Sale with many items up to 40% off! My 10% off code also saves you on sale items too!
Day 5 (Dec 9, 2022) Prize
A 2-Night Stay at Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg, Alberta
Social Media Prize Value: $500 (approx) / Newsletter Prize Value: $250 (approx)
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @leslieannedavidson (social media prize winner)!
The Social Media Prize is a a 2-Night Stay at the Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg, Alberta (set against the Canadian Rocky Mountains!) Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a 1-Night Stay.
Also: get 10% off your Beehive Bungalows booking with code LINDORKXMAS. You just have to message them on AirBnB when planning to book so they can apply your discount. Book by Jan 31, 2023 for travel by June 30, 2023.
Beehive Bungalows are an adorable Rocky Mountain hideaway located in Nordegg, Alberta in the Canadian Rockies! This family-owned business offers four bungalows (I am partial to the yellow Abraham lol), perfectly situated for your Alberta Rocky Mountain adventure. The Beehive family also runs the Beehive Artisans Market featuring handmade gifts, fresh produce, local meats, cheeses, goods and more, all under one roof in the town of Nordegg. This town is a basecamp for many Alberta adventures—close to the famous Alberta ‘Bubble Lake’ (Abraham Lake), helicopter adventures, waterfalls, ice climbing, guided hikes and more.
Enter to win the Day 5 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 5 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 5 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Also: get 10% off your Beehive Bungalows booking with code LINDORKXMAS. You just have to message them on AirBnB when planning to book so they can apply your discount. Book by Jan 31, 2023 for travel by June 30, 2023.
Day 4 (Dec 8, 2022) Prize
Custom Cake and Cupcakes from The Nancy Bakes
Social Media Prize Value: $150 / Newsletter Prize Value: $50
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @abiseewald (social media prize winner)!
The Social Media Prize is a 6” custom cake from The Nancy Bakes valued at $150. The winner will receive a custom cake with their choice of design, and choice of flavour (chosen among a list… popular flavours on menu are pistachio, lemon blueberry, marble, matcha earl grey). You can further customize for additional $$$.
Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of Christmas themed cupcakes (one dozen)—variety pack flavour and various designs valued at $50.
Also: get a FREE cake topper with cake purchase total of $150 or more when you mention LINDORK when ordering! Topper can be cake topper message, fondant plaque, or fondant banner. Order must be made by Jan 5, 2023. Date of the cake pickup can be any time in 2022/2023.
Enter to win the Day 4 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 4 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 4 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Don’t forget, you can get a FREE cake topper with cake purchase total of $150 or more when you mention LINDORK when ordering from The Nancy Bakes! Topper can be cake topper message, fondant plaque, or fondant banner. Order must be made by Jan 5, 2023. Date of the cake pickup can be any time in 2022/2023.
Day 3 (Dec 7, 2022) Prize
A Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor
Social Media Prize Value: $649
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @shaouais (social media prize winner)!
Enter to win a Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor!
Note there is no separate newsletter prize for this because the prize itself is so significant. 😉
Also: Use code LINDORK20 to get a 20% off any Coulee Outdoor item!
Enter to win the Day 3 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 3 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 3 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Don’t forget you can use code LINDORK20 to get a 20% off any Coulee Outdoor item!
Day 2 (Dec 6, 2022) Prize
Gift Cards to Pink Gorilla Pub & Patio
Social Media Prize Value: $100 / Newsletter Prize Value: $50
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to Carol E. (social media prize winner)!
Enter to win gift cards to Pink Gorilla Pub & Patio!
The Social Media Prize is a $100 gift card to Pink Gorilla.
Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a $50 gift card to Pink Gorilla!
Also: Mention LINDORK to get a $20 gift card when you buy a $100 gift card this season!
Pink Gorilla Pub & Patio is a wonderful restaurant in the Parkallen neighbourhood (south of Whyte Ave.) focused on pizza, local craft beer, house cocktails, and appetizers! They’re all about bringing out the joy that comes from sharing food and drink together!
Enter to win the Day 2 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 2 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 2 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Don’t forget you can mention LINDORK to get a $20 gift card when you buy a $100 gift card to Pink Gorilla this holiday season!
Day 1 (Dec 5, 2022) Prize
Chocolate Escapade Holiday Prize Pack
Social Media Prize Value: $95 / Newsletter Prize Value: $47
PRIZE UPDATE:
Congratulations to @jennnikki16 (social media prize winner)!
Enter to win a Holiday Prize Pack from local chocolatier Chocolate Escapade!
The Social Media Prize includes a 12 piece Holiday Collection, chocolate Snowman, chocolate Reindeer, and hot chocolate.
Newsletter subscribers will also get to enter for a chance to win a separate Newsletter Prize of a 12 piece Holiday Collection with chocolate Snowman.
You can also get 10% off any Chocolate Escapade order with code LINDORK10 til Dec. 18, 2022.
Chocolate Escapade is an Edmonton-based chocolatier whose products are handmade using ethically sourced ingredients of the highest quality.
Each product is made with a ton of attention to detail and a lot of love.
Owner and Chocolate Maker Melissa is passionate about making chocolates that are an adventure for the senses, from their intricate artwork to their intense flavours!
Enter to win the Day 1 Prize:
You can do one, some, or all of the following to receive entries. I will randomly select a winner from all entries received across this blog, Instagram and Facebook.
- Leave a comment on this blog telling me which prize you’re entering for / excited about (please note comments are moderated so yours may not appear right away)
- Enter on my Day 1 Giveaway Instagram post
- Enter on my Day 1 Giveaway Facebook post
That’s it! Check back daily for winner and new prize announcements. Newsletter winners will also be selected and announced in my December emails. Good luck!!!
And sign up (for free) to my email newsletter for a chance to win separate prizes in my Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2022 email newsletters!
Don’t forget to shop Chocolate Escapades this season too! You can get 10% off any Chocolate Escapades order with code LINDORK10 until Dec. 18, 2022.
🚨 Once again, please be aware that there is a high number of fake / scam accounts that try to trick you into thinking you’ve won and giving away your personal information. I will always ask the winner to email me to confirm their prize. I will not ask for credit card information or login information. Please be careful especially during giveaway season! 🚨
Linda
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255 Comments
I’ve entered day 1 on Facebook
Hi Linda! I’m super excited about a new chocolate maker in Edmonton!! I would absolutely love to win the chocolates from Chocolate Escapades!!
I’m entering Day 1 – Chocolate Escapade Holiday Prize Pack. Excited about all that delicious looking chocolate.
Day 1 Chocolates! Can’t wait to see what else you’ve prepared to showcase!
Hi Linda,
I am entering the Day 1 prize giveaway for Chocolate Escapades. I love learning about local businesses that you highlight in Instagram/ blog/newsletter!
Jana
OMG, these Chocolate Escapade chocolates might be too cute to eat – thanks for the generous contest & chance to win!!
Day 1 Chocolate all the way!!
I’m entering Day 1 – Chocolate Escapade Holiday Prize Pack. Excited to learn about a new chocolatier in town!
Day 1 chocolate sounds delicious!
I would love the chocolate prize!
Entering for day 1 Chocolate Escapades. They look fantastic.
Hello! Entering Day 1 – Chocolate Escapade Holiday Prize Pack on FB, IG and subscribed. Looks too pretty to eat…
Interested in the Day 1 chocolate package
Day 1 chocolates
Super excited for Day 1 chocolate from chocolate escapade!
Day 1 prize entry, these look to pretty to eat!! Beautiful and festive though!!
I’m excited for anything chocolate!!!!
I have never tried Chocolate Escapade so would love this prize!! Thanks for the giveaway :)
Excited to enter day 1 chocolates that I’ve never tried
Hey!! I’m entering for Day 1, the yummy chocolates! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
Very excited about this one. We’re big fans of Chocolate Escapade 😍 Her dark chocolate raspberry is outstanding!
Can’t say no to chocolate-day 1!!
Totes excited for chocolate treats for stockinf stuffers! Thanks for highlighting local businesses!
Definitely excited to try the chocolate prize. Perfect time of year for that comfort food 😹
Entering for day 1. Those artisan chocolates are so beautiful.
Entered on Facebook, an the chocolate escapades set looks so good! Thankyou for the promo code, I’m supporting local this year for my gifts!
Hi Linda! I’ve entered day 1 – the social media prize on Instagram. Would love to win it all, because who can resist chocolate, but especially the super adorbs reindeer!
Entering for day 1 prize
Entering Day. This chocolate looks and sounds delicious. Thanks for the giveaway.
Entering for day 1 of the contest. I’m so excited to check out Chocolate Escapade. I’ve never heard of them until now but I’m definitely going to make a point to try them
Entered day 1. Your Christmas calendar giveaways are my favorite!!
Entering for Day 1 Merry Christmas
Dec 5
Entering for Day 1 as that chocolate looks too good to pass up.
entered for day 1. those chocolates look amazing
I’m entering Day 1 – Chocolate Escapade Holiday Prize Pack.
Day 1. Thanks for the chance!
The 12 piece holiday box of chocolates is just adorable!
Would love to try those delicious chocolates in your social media prize package! The more chocolate, the merrier!
I’ve only heard of Jacek and Purdy’s before seeing this giveaway. Hoping I’ll get a chance to try these by entering the Day 1 giveaway!
Day 1! Who can turn down chocolate? Not me. Thank you
I’m excited about all the prizes but a chocolate prize is yummy!
I will be entering every day I possibly can but chocolate prizes are always great :)
day 1
Very cute chocolates!
Pink Gorilla sounds tasty! I hadn’t heard about this place beforehand, but with a vegetarian AND someone who requires gluten free food, this place sounds perfect!
I always like trying new places, and Pink Gorilla sounds very good.
Entered day 2
Hi Linda! I’m entering to win day 2 for the pink gorilla gift card!
OMG, definitely love a pizza giveaway!
I would love to win day 2 Pink Gorilla and take my toddler for a pizza adventure! I have such great memories of this restaurant!!
You’re featuring all my favorites! We live close to Pink Gorilla and LOVE their pizza 😍
Entering for day 2! We used to live a block away from Pink Gorilla and went all the time but haven’t been back since we moved. I’d love to revisit them.
Day 2 entry to Pink Gorilla! Love their pizza!!!
I’m entering Day 2 gift cards for Pink Gorilla Pub & Patio. Thanks and happy holidays.
Excited for Pink Gorilla prize! 🦍🍕
Im excited about the pink gorilla giveaway! We live in Parkallen and love their pizza!
Day 2 for Pink Gorilla pizza – I’ve been wanting to try this place out as the Spicy Gingered Beef looks tasty!
Day 2 please for pink gorilla
I have never been there and would love to try it.
Day 2 for Pink Gorilla- have never heard of this restaurant but have added them to our ‘must try’ list
I’m excited about your Day 2 – Pink Gorilla giveaway. I’ve been planning to check out their menu to upgrade pizza night.
Would love any prize, but I’m obsessed with the fire pit! 😍
Day 3 is ammmaazziinngg! Would be so useful!
Smokeless fire pit please
The Coulee Colorado fire pit looks amazing! I would love to win it.
I am most excited about the Coulee smokeless fire pit
Entered for Day 3 Coulee Outdoor, it looks really neat!
I’m entering for the Pink Gorilla prize (day 2) – they have amazing pizzas!
Ooh, the Coulee firepit (day 3) looks fantastic. I’ve been wanting a firepit for my backyard for years!
Ahh the Coulee fire pit (day 3) looks amazing! If I don’t win I may have to buy one lol 😜
I am so excited about the Coulee outdoor smokeless fire pit! We typically gather around fires with friends all year round!!!
I’m entering to win the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit!
Entering for Day 3 – Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit … Would love this for our little back yard and we don’t have a BBQ, so awesome that we can grill on it!
Entered on IG and FB
Entering for day 3 of give aways – A Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor. We love spending time outdoors and camping! Check out 1972littleb on Instagram and you’ll know what I mean! ♥️
The day 3 Coulee prize looks great! It would be perfect for the yard!
The coulee fire pit looks amazing and would be an amazing addition to my yard!! 😊
Entered coulee prize! Hope I win
Hello!! I’m entering for day 3 giveaway, the portable smokeless fire pit!! Congrats on your baby :)) love you guys.
The Coulee smokeless fire pit would be perfect, we are new homeowners – thanks for the generous contest & chance to win!!
I’d be most excited to win Day 3’s gift of the Coulee smokeless fire pit. Our fire pit is rusted and in need of being replaced. Also, it would be great to enjoy a fire without the smoke.
I’ve entered Day 3 for the gorgeous, sleek, Uber modern smokeless fire pit.
Anything that brings family and warmth together, I’m a fan!
I would be happy winning any of these wonderful giveaways! Thank you for the opportunity! The fire pit would be awesome!
Would love to win the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor!
Would love to win the smokeless firepit!
I am entering the giveaway for A Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit. Thanks so much for this opportunity!
most excited about Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor!
Day 3 prize giveaway what is better than an ALBERTA MADE COULEE fire pit?? Winning one!! This is a fantastic prize and very generous and would not only be awesome in the backyard but also camping, Halloween in the driveway and neighborhood block parties!!
OMG, a smokeless fire pit. You read my wishlist.
I am interested in the Day 3 prize of the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor.
I’m entering day 3 – A Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor. Great prizes so far.
Entering for Day 3 the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit!
I am entering for the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor!
Entering for day 3. I literally gasped when I saw the prize. This has been on my wish list for a long time and winning it would be a Christmas miracle ♥️
Im entering day 3 for the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor. This would be the perfect addition for us! My spouse would die if I brought this home ;)
I have been wanting a smokeless fire pit for ages!!! Ahhhh!!!
Would love to win the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor to entertain friends who have never seen snow!
Excited about a smokeless fire pit!
Ooh, the Coulee Firepit is the sweetest giveaway! 🔥 💗
I am entering to win the Holiday Prize Pack from local chocolatier Chocolate Escapade.
I am entering to win the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor.
Hi Linda … I’m excited about the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit and would love to win one for my folks!
Cheers for the great giveaways! :) Happy holidays!
Here for the Coulee firepit!! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win this!
The Coulee firepit (day 3 prize) would be an amazing addition to the backyard at our new house.
Yeah Linda, thank you. I’m entering for Day 3 – the Coulee Colorado Smokeless Fire Pit from Coulee Outdoor. We would love to have that for our picnics and camping time. 🎉
Excited to win the Coulee prize
Excited to win the chocolates!
I would love to win day 4 the cake from The Nancy Bakes. I love me a fancy cake and this would be the most fancy I have ever had 😍 such beautiful work
Excited for the new standard in Xmas cake!
I don’t know how I’d choose just one. Dartboard maybe? You have the best giveaways!
I’m entering to win Nancy’s delicious cake! What a beautiful creation!
Your work is marvellous. I hope I am lucky to win
Day 4 Nancy Bakes cake would be perfect for an upcoming birthday!!!
Would love to win a cake from Nancy!
Day 3 fire pit is so slick I would love it!!
Also so excited to enter for Day 4 – 6” Custom cake from The Nancy Bakes … I love cake sooooo much!
Have entered on FB and IG as well.
Would love to win the smokeless firepit!
I would love a Nancy Bakes cake
Beehive Bungalows are so cute!!
Entering for day 4
Entering for day 5
Entering for Day 5 Beehive Bungalows!!! Could use a weekend away!
I’m super excited to try and win the bungalow stay. Glad I saw this. I had never heard of them. Will be fun future adventures.
Omg! The day 5 prize looks amazing! Would love a weekend getaway with the fam!
entering for the Behive bungalow giveaway! What a spectacular hidden gem in our own backyard!!!
Entering for the Beehive Bungalow in Nordegg!! Fingers crossed, that looks like an amazing getaway!
Entering Day 5 – A 2-Night Stay at Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg, Alberta. So excited about this one.
Would love to stay at those Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg. This is an area of the province I’ve been wanting to explore for awhile now !
Oooh the day 5 Beehive Bungalow prize sounds delightful!
Super excited about the day 5 giveaway! The beehive bungalows look amazing 🤩
Commenting on day 5 give away! Would love to win this and go away with my girlfriends for a needed break from the day to day grind. Always wanted to visit nordegg but haven’t had the chance yet! This would be our chance!
Commenting for day 5 giveaway! Love guy guys :)
Entering for Day 5 (Dec 9, 2022) Prize
A 2-Night Stay at Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg, Alberta
Would love this stay to get out hiking with the family.
Entering for a 2-Night Stay at Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg, Alberta!!
entering for the Day 5 2 night stay in the Beehive Bungalows
The Beehive Bungalows look amazing! That would make for a great getaway 🙂
Excited for Day 5, Beehive Bungalows looks so cute! 😍
The beehive bungalows are so cute! Entered!
Commenting for Day 5 Beehive Bungalows 😍
I don’t know how I missed yesterday here, but did enter online.
You’re showcasing great businesses this year, Linda!
Beehive bungalow please
Hi Linda! I would love to win the Beehive Bungalows prize so I can finally see the bubble lake!
I’d love to win the stay at Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg (day 5)!
I would love to go to Nordegg and check out the Beehive
Entered the Day 5 Beehive Bungalows Contest. This would be amazing! We’ve only ever spend a few hours in the area, would be awesome to spend the night and have more time to explore around Abraham Lake.
I would love to be entered for the Day 5 giveaway. The Beehive Bungalows look awesome and would be great to explore the Nordegg area more.
Day 5 giveaway: A 2-Night Stay at Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg, Alberta
I’m excited about the 2-Night Stay at Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg, Alberta.
I’m entering for day 5 at Beehive Bungalows and would love to win this for a relaxing weekend away!
I’m entering for the stay at Beehive Bungalows! That would be amazing!
I would love to win a stay at the Beehive Bungalows! The Nordegg area is gorgeous – lots of hiking and just being in nature.
Really looking forward to the Beehive Nordegg prize. I could use a mini getaway!
Beehive Bungalows would be a cool getaway. My husband could fly fish in one of his favourite areas and I definitely want to check out the Beehive Market.
Being a big fan of bees, the bee bungalow sounds like a perfect little retreat for my daughter & myself 🐝💜🐝 – we could be two bees in little hive 😁
I would love to win the Beehive Bungalows stay!!
The Beehive Bungalows in Nordegg look spectacular. That’d be a great little getaway!
The day 6 prize of a Breathe Outdoors gift card would be amaaaazing!
Day 6 would be a great way to stock up on our camping supplies!
Breathe Outdoors has so much great stuff for outdoor lovers – thanks for the generous contest & chance to win!!
Oooh we love Breathe Outdoors and would enjoy the day 6 prize!
Day 5: I’d like to stay in those cute lil bungalos 😃
Hi Linda
I am entering for Dec 10–breathe outdoors.
Day 6 – Great choice of store. They carry the best camping gear.
Entering Day 6 – Thanks for the chance.
Excited about Nancy bake prize. Entered on ig – nacho_tu
Day 6 please Thanks for the chance
Entering Day 6 for Breathe Outdoors
Entering for Breathe Outdoors! Such a great store, always find things I want when I go there :)
Breathe outdoors please :)
Would be amazing to win the Beehive Bungalows getaway!
The bungalows would be amazing!!
All the prizes and fun and exciting. but if i had to choose just one, I am most interested in the BREATHE Outdoors prize
Entering day 7
Day 7 (Dec 11, 2022) Prize
Luxury Mobile Spa Experience from Kaavish Spa
Just sounds soo amazing and luxurious
Would love the spa day! With a newborn at home, it would be a nice way to relax.
Kaavish Spa Prize
I’d love the Kaavish spa treatment!
I’m entering for the luxury spa experience with Kaavish! I would love to have a spa day and just relax after a crazy busy month.
The spa package looks divine!
Day 7 – I would love this treatment! And to do it in the comfort of my home? Amazing!
Entering for: Luxury Mobile Spa Experience from Kaavish Spa
I am entering day 7 Luxury Mobile Spa Experience from Kaavish Spa . This would be amazing to have come to our home. With 2 small children and no family around to watch them we never get a treat together.
Oh gosh day 7 Luxury Mobile Spa Experience from Kaavish Spa would be a relaxing prize!! Want! :)
I’m entering the Day 7 Kaavish Spa prize.
I’m entering for the beehive nordegg prize. It looks so cute and would be a fantastic way to escape to the mountains for a getaway!
I’m entering for Day 8 the Jasper get away. It was my 50 th last year and my husband’s the other day so who couldn’t use a get away.
I’m entering for a Jasper getaway!! That would be amazing!!
I’d love the Day 8 prize of the Jasper getaway – Jasper is so lovely!
Entering the Jasper getaway! The best place ever 😍😍
Day 8 looks unreal!!!! Would be an amazing gift for my partner!
Jasper Getaway looks fantastic
Day 2 – ALL THE PIZZA
Oh nice! I would love a Jasper Getaway! Day 8 sounds like a fun prize!
Jasper’s forest park hotel sounds amazing!
Entering Day 8 Jasper getaway.
Excited to stay at Jasper’s newest hotel and spend time in the mountains for a family mini-getaway in 2023!
Day 8 – Jasper! Haven’t been there in years. Thanks for promoting so many different businesses so we can learn about them!
Jasper Getaway!
I am entering for Dec12, Day 8, the 1-night stay at the Forest Park Hotel (Alpine Wing) + $100 meal credit to Terra Restaurant.
I would love day 8 A Jasper Getaway. A little winter family get away could be just what we need.
Would love a getaway in Jasper! 😊
Forest Park Hotel!
Day 8! Jasper. xx
Jasper getaway looks amazing!
I’m definitely excited for anything that gets me out of Edmonton and in Jasper. It’s been too long since I’ve had a holiday!
Entering the Jasper Getaway. We haven’t been to Jasper in years, this would be a great opportunity to head up the Icefields Parkway and explore Jasper!
I want them all but day 8 jasper sounds great!
Day 8 ??!! A getaway to Jasper is just what I need!
I’d love to win the Forest Park Hotel prize!
Day 9
Day 9! I’m expecting – due in early January, so it would be perfect 🙂
I would love the day 9 prize as it would help for a baby gift for the folks I know who are expecting! The Fourth sounds like a fun shop.
I’m due in the spring and those onesies are so cute!
Entering for day 9!
I have entered for day 9! I am excited to win, if I do, as my SIL is expecting her second, and her first was incredibly high risk. I’ve never had kids, but I want to do all I can to make this next one as comfortable as possible
Entering Day 9 – $100 Gift Card to The Fourth Maternity, Nursing and Baby Store. Thanks for all these wonderful giveaways.
We just moved to Medicine Hat earlier this year, would love to check this cute place out – thanks for the generous contest & chance to win!!
Entering for the Guest House 71 prize. Looks so cute! And could finally visit friends who moved there.
I am entering for Day 10 (Dec 14, 2022) Prize
A 2-Night Stay at Guesthouse 71 / GH71 STUDIO in Medicine Hat
plus a $50 gift card to Takumi Japanese Restaurant (Medicine Hat).
Wow, the Day 10 giveaway of the 2 night stay in Medicine Hat sounds great! I don’t think I’ve ever been there.
Day 9!! Expecting in May and this would be great
I’m really excited about the Day10 giveaway of a getaway to Medicine Hat. I’ve never been there, but after reading about it, it sounds like a wonderful adventure! 💝 Thanks for these fabulous Christmas giveaways!
The Jasper prize or the spa package!!
My goodness the Medicine Hat prize sounds lovely for day 10… Especially the Japanese food! :)
I’ve only been to Jasper once and my kids still have not been there. I would love to enter to win that prize so that maybe we can take them there next year! Thanks for the chance!
I have heard of Guesthouse 71 from co-workers, but have yet to stay there. Close to home which makes it attractive as a fun getaway with little stress. To be in nature….the peace and reconnecting with nature. And it has been a while since I have had the pleasure of Japanese food. Thank you.
Day 10 Giveaway: GUESTHOUSE71 is one of my fave places to stay! Would love to win this one!
Entering Day 10, the Medicine Hat Getaway. Even though I now live in Calgary and it’s not that far, I still haven’t been to Medicine Hat. This would be such an amazing giveaway to win and a great opportunity to finally check out The Hat and the south eastern area of Alberta.
Howdy. I’m entering for the Day 10 prize. The GH71 STUDIO looks so charming, and Darrell and Dawna seem so lovely. It’s wonderful they were able to save the Guesthouse 71 building from the likelihood of it being torn down.
Thanks, Linda!
Cheers
Would love to win the Day 10 prize! The trip we took to Medicine Hat two years ago was so charming! It would be great to go to Takumi Restaurant again – was delicious!
Thanks, Linda.
Would love to win the Day 10 prize! The trip we took to Medicine Hat two years ago was so charming! It would be great to go to Takumi Restaurant again – was delicious!
Thanks, Linda.
Interested to check out the Bamboo Ballroom. Haven’t heard of this boutique!
The Bamboo Ballroom prize (day 11) would be great!
Day 10 – would love a little mini vacation and haven’t been that deep south in Alberta for a long time! Plus, the Takumi gift card is the cherry on top, yum!
Bamboo ballroom – day 11
Love this store! Bamboo ballroom -Day 11
Bamboo Ballroom has some really cute stuff right now and I can’t afford any of it, so I am most excited for the BB gift certificate! Thanks for the post and the giveaways :)
Entering Day 11 A $150 gift card to shop at Edmonton boutique Bamboo Ballroom.
I’ve heard of Bamboo Ballroom from living in Calgary, they have so many cute pieces – thanks for the generous contest & chance to win!!
A day 11 Bamboo Ballroom prize would be so fun!
Entering for the Bamboo Ballroom prize!!
I’m so excited about the Bamboo Ballroom. Have you seen the Suede dress they have? It’s pink and gorgeous.
Broadway please
I would love to win day 12’s prize of Broadway Across Canada tickets so as to share the fun of Broadway with more friends/family!
Entering day 12. I miss the theatre.
Entering Day 12 Broadway tickets.
Entering day 12- date night at broadway!
Day 12 would be so much fun! Never been to a Broadway show before.
I LOVE musicals! Would be thrilled to win Day 12!
Day 12 prizes are amazing
Love to see Anastasia -Day 12 Broadway Across Canada
Hi! I’m entering for Day 12! Love the Broadway Across Canada shows 🎶🎵
Would love to take my kid to see Anastasia. Thanks for the contest.
Entering for Day 10. We aren’t too far from Medicine Hat, so this would make for a fun little getaway maybe in the spring. Thanks for the chance.
Also entered on IG and FB
Now entering for Day 11 – Bamboo Ballroom .. cause you have such pretty dresses and I am in desperate need of some new clothes!
Also entered on IG and FB
P.S. I am a subscriber, but you probably already know that.
I would love to win the Broadway tickets!