TIFF!

As a lifetime resident of the GTA, I had never attended one of the hottest events of the year...the Toronto International Film Festival! Obviously, I decided to win my way there. I won tickets for 3 screenings; including a gala premiere. I also won a SKYY Vodka TIFF gift basket.

Due to TIFF's numerous sponsors, social media is a great way to find contests. I started back in August by simply searching "free TIFF tickets" on the internet.

Aryka's Advice: Blogs are a great way to find freebies. Many sponsors give prizes to bloggers in order to increase their audience.

Two of everything, but no I'm not a Gemini

Karen is an ultimate Rick Mercer fan

After a last minute contest win through CBC Live on Twitter, my friend and I had the opportunity to attend the Gemini Awards in Toronto. This is an annual event which celebrates television broadcasting in Canada (aka our version of the Emmy's).



We hobnobbed with the celebs and watched the entire show. Who wouldn't want to see Brandon Walsh in all his glory?!?!

He let me hold his Gemini!

Personally, I was thrilled to meet James Duthie.
Yes, I've bought his book. Twice.

Aryka's Advice: Embrace your inner paparazzi. You know you want to take that picture which proves you were there.