eBay Live Debuted at Fan Expo Vancouver, Giving Canadian Collectors a New Way to Shop

eBay Live kicked off in Canada right at Fan Expo Vancouver, bringing serious energy to the collectibles scene.

The team set up live streams straight from the show floor, letting anyone jump in from their phone. Viewers could watch trusted sellers show off items up close, ask questions in real time, and bid instantly.

The highlight? Sean Astin stopping by. You know him as Samwise from The Lord of the Rings, plus Stranger Things and The Goonies. He appeared as a celebrity guest, and they ran a fun “penny drop” with an autographed photo from his roles. But the real wow moment was a signed LEGO Ideas The Goonies set that started at just $1 and sold for $470. That’s the kind of thrill you get when bidding heats up live.

They also featured hot items like rare Pokémon cards, with auctions starting at $1 and quick 30-second extended bidding windows to keep everyone in the game. It felt like a community treasure hunt, whether you’re into fandom collectibles or just love the excitement.

eBay Live has been running in the U.S. and several other countries since 2022, and this marks the official Canadian arrival. Buyers still get eBay’s usual protections and verified sellers, now mixed with the interactive fun of live video.