Art Gems 2026: Together, We Raised $90,000!

The 19th annual Art Gems Auction was an incredible success, raising $90,000 in support of Good Shepherd’s Creative Works Studio, its members, and programs.

Since 2007, Art Gems has helped sustain this life-changing mental health program in downtown Toronto. Through the power of art, Studio members experience healing, build self-esteem, develop meaningful connections, and regain important life skills.

This achievement would not have been possible without the generosity of our sponsors, donors, artists, galleries, attendees, and community partners. A very special thanks to our event sponsors, Urbacon and the Mancini Foundation. Thank you to the 72 talented artists who shared their work, our amazing auctioneer Stephen Ranger, our wonderful MC, Christopher Randall and Olivia Chow for joining us in celebration of this important cause.

We are also deeply grateful to our partners across the housing sector, including friends from the Toronto Mental Health & Addictions Supportive Housing Network and the Toronto Alliance to End Homelessness, for their ongoing support.

Most importantly, thank you to the dedicated Art Gems committee who work tirelessly all year long. Your passion, commitment, and belief in the transformative power of art make this event possible.

Together, we are creating positive change and supporting recovery, creativity, and community through the arts.

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Art Gems 2026 Gallery