Gabriola Artists for Peace
Art Exhibition & Fundraiser Auction
About this Fundraiser
Gabriola Artists for Peace is a community fundraiser for People for a Healthy Community (PHC), celebrating what peace means to local artists. Each artwork is created on a wooden dove, inspired by the iconic Gabriola Peace Dove, first introduced in 1984. The dove is a symbol of non-violence, spirit, and higher transcendence—some original doves can still be seen in residents’ yards today.
Reimagined by Jonathan Hoskins, this project brings together local artists to create one-of-a-kind Peace Dove artworks. Pieces are first displayed at the Gabriola Library and then exhibited at Gabriola Community Hall, culminating in a lively fundraiser auction. Proceeds support PHC programs, keeping the circle of peace alive in our community.
Gabriola Reginal Library
Aug. 28 - Sept. 17
Public Showing
Attend a sneak-peek public preview of the Peace Doves at the local library and visit the Peace display in support of the upcoming fundraiser.
Gabriola Community Hall
Sept. 19
Auction & Gallery
Experience the Peace Doves gallery exhibition and enjoy music, food trucks, and celebration. And don’t forget to place your bid on your favourite dove to support a great cause!
Call for Artists
Gabriola artists are invited to participate in a community-wide art exhibition and fundraiser exploring Peace through creative expression. Artists are asked to paint, modify, recreate, or reimagine a dove, interpreting what peace means to them. Each artwork will become part of a fundraiser auction supporting the work of PHC.