Welcome to the Canadian Gemmological Association, Canada's professional organization for the practice of gemmology. Founded in 1958 it has set the standard for excellence in the practice of gemmology. The CGA is a non-profit, membership association and educational institute providing education in the field of gemmology and provides a forum for Canadian gemmologists to meet and share knowledge and experiences. This website contains information about our organization, including information on membership, meeting times, annual Gem Conferences and more.
Books, literature and a full range of gemmology equipment.
CGA 50th Anniversary
Photographs of the 50th Anniversary
Gem Conference and Graduation are
available for purchase on the CGA
e-Store. CD's are and include your
choice of 2 high resolution electronic
reproductions.
General Interest
Courses for persons who want to learn more about gems without undertaking professional training.
For over 52 years, the CGA has offered professional gemmological training in Canada, preparing students to earn the internationally recognized Diploma in Gemmology, and Fellowship with the CGA (FCGmA). Learn More
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.
Where: CGA Classroom, Lower Concourse, 55 Queen Street East, Toronto
Topic: Concepts of Gemstone Grading and Valuation
Speaker: Mr. Helmut Koenig, FCGmA All members and students are encouraged to attend this informative presentation by Helmut Koenig. Helmut is a long time member of the CGA and has served the CGA in many various roles. He is currently one of our instructors and has also been a Board member. He is currently chief gemmologist and Director of Fine Jewellery for Ritchies Auctioneers and instructor of Coloured Gemstone Valuation and Grading workshops.
Join us for another informative evening with your gemmological colleagues and an excellent guest speaker. All gemmology students are welcome!
Thanks to all members and students who attended our recent standing room only April monthly meeting for the very informative presentation 'A Brief History of Candian Diamonds by Mr. Jon Phillips, Manager of Canadian Diamonds at Corona Jewellery. Mr. Phillips brought in wonderful samples of rough diamond crystals for attendees to examine, examples of Kimberley Process Certificates and kindly donated a core sample from the Ekati diamond mine to the CGA teaching collection. Thank you Mr. Phillips for a very memorable meeting!
Looking forward to seeing you all again at our May monthly meeting!
Coloured Gemstone Grading and Valuation Workshop Dates 2012
New dates have been set for the next Coloured Gemstone Grading and Valuation workshop taught by Helmut Koenig. The next sessions will be held June 1 to 3, 2012. For further information regarding the course and registration, visit our Advanced Courses page.
2012 Membership Renewal
A reminder to all members that your 2012 membership renewal is due before Monday January 30, 2012. Please mail or fax your membership renewal forms with payment to the CGA office to ensure that your membership does not lapse. Membership forms were sent out with with notice of our Annual General Meeting. Memberships can also be renewed in our Online Store (see top of page). Note: In order to use your FCGmA credential you must be a current member (CGA Constitution and By-Laws; Article 11.2.2)
Indexes for the Canadian Gemmologist Journal
January 6, 2011 Indexes to the content of the Canadian Gemmologist, the official journal of the Canadian Gemmological Association, are now available in searchable pdf format. The first comprehensive index was produced in the year 2000, and covers content published between 1976 and 1999. For articles published between the years 2000 and 2009, individual yearly indexes are available. Click on the links below to download the indexes. CG Index 1976 to 1999
General Interest
Advanced Courses
Professional Courses
