Setting the Standard for Excellence

Welcome to the Canadian Gemmological Association, Canada's professional organization for the practice of gemmology. This website contains information about our organization, including information on membership, products, meeting times, annual Gem Conferences and more.

We also offer the Canadian Professional Gemmology Course which leads to the internationally recognized Diploma in Gemmology and Fellowship (FCGmA) in the Canadian Gemmological Association.

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Books, literature and a full range of gemmology equipment.


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General Interest Courses General Interest

Courses for persons who want to learn more about gems without undertaking professional training.

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Advanced Course Advanced Courses

The CGA's advanced courses are designed for trade professionals who have a professional gemmology diploma or are current gemmology students. 

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Correspondence Professional Courses

CGA offers the Canadian Professional Gemmology Course which leads to the internationally recognized Diploma in Gemmology and Fellowship (FCGmA).

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More Information About The Canadian Gemmological Association

Please contact us by phone, fax or e-mail at:

Phone: 1-877-244-3090 (toll free) or 416-785-0962 -
Mon thru Fri, 9:00am to 5:00pm Eastern Time Zone

Fax: 416-785-9043

e-mail: info@canadiangemmological.com

Mailing Address:
Canadian Gemmological Association
1767 Avenue Road
Toronto, Ontario M5M 3Y8

 

Latest Canadian Gemmological Association News

Canadian Gemmological Association: Education and Courses

Trivia Night Teaser

Test your knowledge of gems and gem trivia by trying our interactive quiz.
Thank you to Gem Trivia Night Quizmaster and former Director of Education, Anita Beardwood for contributing the questions.

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Gemmology Instructor Required

The CGA is looking for a gemmology instructor for the fall teaching term.


Interested candidates should apply by sending a resume to Gayle Shepherd at the Canadian Gemmological Association's office.



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Show Your Support With CGA Gear

The Canadian Gemmological Association is now selling a limited supply of branded items. These attractive items include soft-sided briefcases, insulated stainless steel travel cups and attractive black leatherette writing portfolios with debossed logo.


Read more about pricing and preview the new items.



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New Benefit for CGA Members

The Canadian Gemmological Association is pleased to announced that it has partnered with Allstate Insurance Company of Canada to create a group insurance program for CGA members.


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Fall Course Dates Announced

Course start dates for the professional daytime and evening programs have been set and dates have been assigned for Summer and Fall sessions of Gem Appreciation, Talking Diamonds, Professional Diamond Grading and Coloured Stone Grading and Valuation.


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Conference Committee Unveils Promotional Poster, Invitation Card

The Conference Committee is pleased to unveil the design for the promotional poster, invitation card and conference program cover for the 2008 CGA Gem Conference and Graduation.



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