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General Interest | Pearl and Bead Stringing | Toronto | August 8, 2026 | 9:30am-3:00pm Historically, pearls have been symbols of wealth, purity, and refinement, often adorning crowns and jewellery of royalty. In this 5-hour course, you’ll learn the art of pearl stringing, from selecting and preparing your materials to creating a professional-quality finished piece. […]
General Interest | Talking Diamonds | Toronto | August 15, 2026 This 5-hour course provides practical easy to understand information about diamonds. It is intended for anyone interested in learning more about these fascinating gems. Learn about diamond formation, the physical and optical properties of diamonds, the process for cutting, faceting and polishing of diamonds, […]
General Interest | Gem Appreciation | Toronto | August 22, 2026 This 5-hour course explores the nature of gemstones and their timeless allure, and investigates why it’s more important than ever to know a little before buying. Birthstones are generally the most highly recognized of the gems on the market today, and serve as our […]
General Interest | Talking Opals | Toronto | August 29, 2026 This 5-hour course explores the luminous world of opals, their mesmerizing play-of-color and timeless allure. As October’s birthstone and one of nature’s most unique gems, opals offer an exciting lens into gemmology. Designed for curious learners and jewellery lovers alike, the course offers a […]
General Interest | Understanding Diamond Imitations | Toronto | September 12 and 13, 2026 | 9:30am-3:00pm This 10-hour (2 day)course will help the student to recognize the physical and optical properties of diamonds and diamond imitations. Gemmological instruments are used to distinguish between imitations of diamonds such as cubic zirconia, synthetic moissanite, Zircon and synthetic […]
General Interest | Intro to Gem Identification | Toronto | September 19 and 20, 2026 | 9:30am-3:00pm 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 […]
General Interest | Talking Pearls | Toronto | September 26, 2026 This 5-hour course delves into the enchanting beauty of pearls—their subtle glow, timeless appeal, and natural mystique. As June’s birthstone and one of the ocean’s most treasured gifts, pearls offer a fascinating gateway into gemmology and jewellery artistry. PLEASE NOTE THAT PRE-REGISTRATION FOR […]
General Interest | Talking Opals | Toronto | October 3, 2026 This 5-hour course explores the luminous world of opals, their mesmerizing play-of-color and timeless allure. As October’s birthstone and one of nature’s most unique gems, opals offer an exciting lens into gemmology. Designed for curious learners and jewellery lovers alike, the course offers a […]
General Interest | Pearl and Bead Stringing | Toronto | October 17, 2026 | 9:30am-3:00pm Historically, pearls have been symbols of wealth, purity, and refinement, often adorning crowns and jewellery of royalty. In this 5-hour course, you’ll learn the art of pearl stringing, from selecting and preparing your materials to creating a professional-quality finished piece. […]
General Interest | Gem Appreciation | Toronto | October 24, 2026 This 5-hour course explores the nature of gemstones and their timeless allure, and investigates why it’s more important than ever to know a little before buying. Birthstones are generally the most highly recognized of the gems on the market today, and serve as our […]
General Interest | Talking Diamonds | Toronto | November 7, 2026 This 5-hour course provides practical easy to understand information about diamonds. It is intended for anyone interested in learning more about these fascinating gems. Learn about diamond formation, the physical and optical properties of diamonds, the process for cutting, faceting and polishing of diamonds, […]
General Interest | Intro to Gem Identification | Toronto | November 14 and 15, 2026 | 9:30am-3:00pm 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 […]