Matt Halprin

As you may know, eBay does not allow the listing of any items which are regulated by individual states or the federal government; however, there are still a large number of firearm-related parts that are legal and are widely available in retail stores. These items have also historically been allowed on eBay.

After learning that some items purchased on eBay may have been used in the tragedy at Virginia Tech in April 2007, we felt that revisiting our policies was not only necessary, but the right thing to do. After much consideration, the Trust & Safety policy team – along with our executive leaders at eBay Inc. – have made the decision to further restrict more of these items than federal and state regulations require.

This new update continues to encourage safety among our community members and brings our policies in the U.S. and Canada in closer alignment with our existing policies in other markets around the globe.

Sincerely,

Matt Halprin
Vice President, Trust & Safety eBay.com

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When is it?
Starting Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at 00:00:01 ET (12:00 AM plus one second) and ending Wednesday, August 1, 2007 02:59:59 ET (2:59 AM plus 59 seconds).

Who is eligible?
All Canadian resident users who list their items in Auction Format or Fixed Price on eBay.ca will be eligible for the promotion. Items re-listed that match the above eligibility will qualify for the promotion. Items listed in two categories will receive the 10 cent promotional fee for each category. All Final Value Fees and optional listing upgrade fees still apply.

What is excluded?
Motors Vehicles, Business and Industrial Capital Equipment, Store Inventory Format, Real Estate Auction Format listings and Real Estate Ad Format listings will not be included in this promotion. The promotional rate does not apply to listings revised during the promotional period. The promotional rate also does not apply to listings created during the promotion July 31, 2007, but scheduled to start after the promotion ends.

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Isabel Tremblay

Please join us on Wednesday, August 1st, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. PT) for a live forum event with Jordan Banks, Managing Director of eBay Canada.

During the call, Jordan will provide his outlook on the marketplace, answer your questions and listen to the ideas and issues that are on your minds.

Based on your suggestions, we're also making some changes to the upcoming live event. First, we decided to test a different time, one that seems more convenient for you later in the day. Second, we've added some fun incentives. We'll give out an eBay backpack full of eBay swag to 2 lucky people who ask a question live!

How do I join the call?
Call the following Toll-Free number 1-866-215-8862 and wait for the operator to connect you. The operator will be asking you some questions such as your name, location and eBay ID. Everyone will be muted when they first get on the call.

How do I submit a question to be answered?
You can submit your written questions on this Discussion Board thread in advance of the session. We also encourage you to ask your question live during the call as Jordan will also open up the “floor” for questions. Don’t be shy...you could win a prize!

Can I listen to the recording at a later date?
For those unable to join us, a link will be posted to the audio transcript of the call shortly afterwards on the Townhall page (www.ebay.ca/catownhall).

We hope you can join us for our fourth audio experience!

Sincerely,

Isabel Tremblay
Community, eBay Canada

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When is it?
Starting Sunday, July 22, 2007 at 00:00:01 ET (one second after midnight on July 22, 2007) and ending Saturday, July 28, 2007 at 23:59:59 ET (one second before midnight on July 28, 2007).

Who is eligible?
Any Canadian resident who lists on eBay.ca who has never listed any item for sale as well as those who have tried selling on eBay.ca and never been successful. Only your first five listings will be eligible. This promotion is on eBay.ca only. Please ensure to check the promotion exclusions below.

What is excluded?
Fixed Price listings, Motors Vehicles, Store Inventory Listings, Business and Industrial Capital Equipment, Real Estate Auction Format listings and Real Estate Ad Format listings will not be included in this promotion. The feature fee for the Value Pack feature bundle (which includes Gallery) will remain unchanged. The promotional rate does not apply to listings that start before the promotional period, but are then revised between July 22 to July 28, 2007. The promotional rate also does not apply to listings created during the promotion July 22 to July 28, 2007, but scheduled to start after the promotion ends.

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The eBay Canadian Entrepreneur of the Year awards recognize people who are running successful small businesses on eBay. Think you might be Canada’s Top Entrepreneur or Young Entrepreneur? Enter Today!

Have you got what it takes?

To qualify, eligible members bust have attained the following criteria between April 1 and June 30, 2007:

1. Achieve a minimum of $1,000 CAD in sales per month on eBay.ca/eBay.com or the sites combined
2. Post a minimum of ten listings per month on eBay.ca/eBay.com or the sites combined
3. Have at least 98% positive feedback

Submissions are only being accepted for consideration until July 31, 2007 so enter now!

To enter, click here or visit http://pages.ebay.ca/entrepreneurs/ for more information.

First prize is $5,000 CAD
Second Prize: $2,000 CAD
Third Prize: $1,000 CAD

To mark its third year, eBay excitedly introduces eBay’s Canadian Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, open to eBay small business owners between the ages of 18 and 24. The winner of this title receives $3,000 CAD!

All prizes awarded in Canadian dollars, and deposited into winner’s valid PayPal account.

Winners will be announced during Canadian Small Business Week in October.

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When is it?
Starting Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 00:00:01 ET (12:00 AM plus one second) and ending Friday, July 13, 2007 02:59:59 ET (2:59 AM plus 59 seconds).

Who is eligible?
All Canadian resident users who list their items in Auction Format or Fixed Price on eBay.ca will be eligible for the promotion. Items re-listed that match the above eligibility will qualify for the promotion. Items listed in two categories will receive the 5 cent promotional fee for each category. All Final Value Fees and optional listing upgrade fees still apply.

What is excluded?
Motors Vehicles, Business and Industrial Capital Equipment, Store Inventory Format, Real Estate Auction Format listings and Real Estate Ad Format listings will not be included in this promotion. The promotional rate does not apply to listings revised during the promotional period. The promotional rate also does not apply to listings created during the promotion July 12, 2007, but scheduled to start after the promotion ends.

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Isabel Tremblay

Hello everyone,

On Thursday, July 5, Jordan answered questions from the Community in a LIVE Q&A format.

During this hour call, Jordan answered questions and commented on:

Customer Support experience eBay Live! The Playground And much more...

Click here to access the audio file.

Don’t forget to leave us some feedback by clicking here; we’d love to hear your thoughts around this new format.

Lastly, congratulations to our call-in winners! Thank you for your participation.

Sincerely,

Isabel Tremblay
Community, eBay Canada

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When is it?
Starting Sunday, July 8, 2007 at 00:00:01 ET (12:00 AM plus one second) and ending Saturday, July 14, 2007 23:59:59 ET (11:59 PM plus 59 seconds).

How Does it Work?
eBay Motors Free Listing Week for Canadian Residents only for Auction-Style and Fixed Price vehicles listings on the Canadian eBay Motors site. These reduced fees will be immediately reflected on the site for users of our new Sell Your Item form. Listings created prior to the promotion and scheduled to start during the promotional period of July 8-14, 2007 will be eligible for the promotional fee.

Who is Included?
All Canadian resident users who list their vehicles on eBay.ca Motors will be eligible for the promotion. Items that do not match these criteria will be subject to an account-level debit for the full insertion fee amount as described on the Motors fee page. Items re-listed that match the above eligibility will qualify for the promotion.

What is excluded?
Items listed in regular categories, Motors Parts & Accessories, Pocketbikes, Powersport Vehicles under 50cc, Business and Industrial Capital Equipment, Store Inventory Format and Real Estate Ad Format listings will not be included in this promotion. Items listed on the U.S. eBay Motors site or items listed by a user who is not a resident of Canada will be excluded. The promotional rate does not apply to listings that begin before the promotional period, but are revised during the promotional period to meet eligibility. The promotional rate also does not apply to listings created during the promotion on July 8-14, 2007, but scheduled to start after the promotion ends.

Click here to learn more.

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Isabel Tremblay

Please join us on Thursday, July 5th, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT) for a live forum event with Jordan Banks, Managing Director of eBay Canada.

During the call, Jordan will provide his outlook on the marketplace, answer your questions and listen to the ideas and issues that are on your minds.

Based on your suggestions, we're also making some changes to the upcoming live event. First, we decided to test a different time, one that seems more convenient for you. Second, we've added some fun incentives. We'll give out an eBay backpack full of eBay swag to the 5th and 10th person who asks a question live!

How do I join the call?
Call the following Toll-Free number 1-866-215-8862 and wait for the operator to connect you. The operator will be asking you some questions such as your name, location and eBay ID. Everyone will be muted when they first get on the call.

How do I submit a question to be answered?
You can submit your written questions on this Discussion Board thread (www.ebay.ca/catownhall).

We hope you can join us for our second audio experience!

Sincerely,

Isabel Tremblay
Community, eBay Canada

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