Canadian Gemmological Association

Canadian Gemmological Association The Canadian Gemmological Association (CGA) is a Canada-wide professional organization which has set standards in the practice of gemmology.

The Canadian Gemmological Association offers Vocational and General Interest Courses in its Toronto Location. Affiliate schools in California and Vancouver offer our Vocatonal program.

The CGA wishes everyone a happy Labour Day long weekend! ✨Please note that the CGA office will be closed from Friday, Se...
09/04/2026

The CGA wishes everyone a happy Labour Day long weekend! ✨

Please note that the CGA office will be closed from Friday, September 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET and will reopen on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET.

💎 Upcoming Toronto Class: Understanding Diamond ImitationsLearn how to distinguish natural diamonds from diamond simulan...
09/03/2026

💎 Upcoming Toronto Class: Understanding Diamond Imitations

Learn how to distinguish natural diamonds from diamond simulants and synthetics in this hands-on two-day course with the Canadian Gemmological Association.

📅 September 12 & 13, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM EDT
📍 Canadian Gemmological Association
55 Queen St East, Suite #105
Toronto, ON M5C 1R6

Explore the physical and optical properties of diamonds and the materials designed to imitate them while building practical identification skills and confidence.

✨ Enroll now at cgagem.com

09/03/2026

💙 Septembers birthstone: Sapphire 💙

Best known for its iconic blue, sapphire comes in a beautiful rainbow of colours!

What’s your favourite?

🔍 Intro to Gem IdentificationThis 10-hour, 2-day, hands-on course, focuses on gem identification. Building on the visual...
08/31/2026

🔍 Intro to Gem Identification

This 10-hour, 2-day, hands-on course, focuses on gem identification. Building on the visual inspection skills acquired in Gem Appreciation, we investigate other physical and optical properties that help identify the natural, synthetic and imitation gems. Small, simple pocket instruments open up a whole new dimension for gem testing. These instruments are provided for use during the course, but students should bring their own gem loupe and tweezers. (Suggested prior learning – Gem Appreciation course).

📍 CGA Classroom Toronto — 55 Queen St East, Suite #105, Toronto, ON M5C 1R6
📅 September 19 and 20, 2026
🕤 9:30am–3:00pm

Please note that pre-registration for the above courses must be no later than three (3) days before the class is to start.

💎 STARTING MONDAY! 💎The Canadian Gemmological Association’s Accelerated Professional Gemmology Program begins Monday, Au...
08/28/2026

💎 STARTING MONDAY! 💎

The Canadian Gemmological Association’s Accelerated Professional Gemmology Program begins Monday, August 31st in Toronto!

📅 August 31 – December 16, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM EDT
📍 55 Queen St East, Suite #105, Toronto, ON M5C 1R6

Become a qualified gemmologist in just 4 months through an intensive, fast-track program designed for those ready to put their gemmological training into action.

✨ Expert training
💎 Fast-track your future
🎓 Eligible to write the CGA Fellowship Exams upon successful completion
👥 Small class sizes with personalized attention and support

Students will receive a Career College Accelerated Professional Gemmology credential upon successful completion of the program.

There’s still time to enrol! 💎

🌐 cgagem.com
📧 [email protected]

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Become a Professional Gemmologist with the CGA 💎Gemmology Basics — Year 1 Program | VancouverIt’s not too late to sign u...
08/27/2026

Become a Professional Gemmologist with the CGA 💎
Gemmology Basics — Year 1 Program | Vancouver

It’s not too late to sign up! There’s still time to begin your journey into the fascinating world of gemstones with the Canadian Gemmological Association’s Professional Gemmology Basics Year 1 Program.

📅 Program Dates: September 15, 2026 – June 12, 2027
📍 Location: CGA Classroom, Vancouver

Whether you’re starting a career in the jewellery industry or looking to expand your gem knowledge, this program provides the essential foundation in professional gemmology.

There’s still time to secure your spot and take the first step toward a career in gemmology!

Ready to turn your passion for gemstones into a profession?

Register today!
📧 [email protected]
🌐 cgagem.com

Become a Professional Gemmologist with the CGA 💎Gemmology Basics — Year 1 ProgramIt’s not too late to sign up! There’s s...
08/27/2026

Become a Professional Gemmologist with the CGA 💎
Gemmology Basics — Year 1 Program

It’s not too late to sign up! There’s still time to begin your journey into the fascinating world of gemstones with the Canadian Gemmological Association’s Professional Gemmology Basics Year 1 Program.

📅 Program Dates: September 14, 2026 – May 10, 2027
📍 Location: 55 Queen Street East, Suite 105, Toronto

Whether you’re starting a career in the jewellery industry or looking to expand your gem knowledge, this program provides the essential foundation in professional gemmology through comprehensive learning and practical experience.

There’s still time to secure your spot and take the first step toward a career in gemmology!

Ready to turn your passion for gemstones into a profession?

Register today!
📧 [email protected]
🌐 cgagem.com

Become a Professional Gemmologist with the CGA 💎It’s not too late to sign up! There’s still time to take the next step t...
08/27/2026

Become a Professional Gemmologist with the CGA 💎

It’s not too late to sign up! There’s still time to take the next step toward a rewarding career in the gem and jewellery industry with the Canadian Gemmological Association’s Accelerated Professional Gemmology Program.

📅 Program Dates: August 31 – December 16, 2026
📍 Location: 55 Queen Street East, Suite 105, Toronto

This intensive program combines comprehensive classroom learning with hands-on practical experience, giving you the knowledge and skills needed to begin your professional journey in gemmology and work toward the prestigious FCGmA designation.

With the program starting soon, now is the time to secure your spot!

Ready to turn your passion for gemstones into a profession?

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Register online: cgagem.com

Tag someone who’s fascinated by diamonds, gemstones, and jewellery! 💎✨

🌿 It’s Easy Being GreenWhen we talk about green gems, emerald may be the first that comes to mind, but there are many ot...
08/26/2026

🌿 It’s Easy Being Green

When we talk about green gems, emerald may be the first that comes to mind, but there are many others. Join us as we explore green gems—precious and semi-precious, idiochromatic, allochromatic and pseudochromatic, as well as terrestrial and extraterrestrial varieties. Finally, we’ll discuss a fascinating new shade of green that scientists claim to have discovered. 🔬💎

Our speaker, David Bellamy, is a retired science educator with 34 years of teaching experience, much of it at North Toronto Collegiate Institute, where he taught Biology, Earth & Space Science, and other sciences. A lifelong rock and mineral collector and avid traveller, David brings a wealth of scientific knowledge and firsthand experience exploring the natural world around the globe.

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕖 7:00–9:00 pm ET | Doors open at 6:30 pm
📍 CGA Classroom, 55 Queen St East, #105, Toronto

Open to all — don’t miss an evening that’s sure to sparkle! 💚💎

08/21/2026

Turn your passion for gemstones into professional expertise. 💎✨

Take the next step in your gemmology journey with the Canadian Gemmological Association’s Professional Gemmology Program, offered part time or accelerated in Toronto and Vancouver.

🔬 Hands-on gem identification
💎 Learn to identify natural, synthetic & imitation gemstones
📚 Build practical skills and professional gemmological knowledge
🎓 Work toward becoming a professional gemmologist

📍 Toronto & Vancouver
Registration is open for our upcoming courses!

Ready to see gemstones differently? 👀💎

Learn more & register at cgagem.com

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55 Queen Street E
Toronto, ON
M5C1R6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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