Canadian Gemmological Association
The Canadian Gemmological Association (CGA) is a Canada-wide professional organization which sets standards in the practice of gemology. It is a non-profit, educational organization, which provides a forum for Canadian gemmologists to meet and share experiences and knowledge about gemstones. The CGA acts as a liaison with governments in setting guidelines for the sale and marketing of diamonds, coloured stones and pearls, and helps to establish guidelines for gem and jewellery appraising in Canada.
It was founded in 1958 by Dean S.M. Field, and has since provided training in gemmology to persons dealing with gemstones in the jewellery industry and to hobbyists for better appreciation and possible new career opportunities within gemmology.[1]
The CGA is affiliated with the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.
Courses
The CGA provides a two-year professional course in gemmology at its Toronto location, affiliated teaching centres at Vancouver Community College and the California Institute of Jewellery Training, and via correspondence.[2]
References
- ^ Canadian Gemmological Association. Retrieved 29 December 2010. http://www.canadiangemmological.com/ecom/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=78&Itemid=65 Archived 20 May 2011 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Courses Professional Programs -Daytime". Archived from the original on 16 March 2014. Retrieved 15 March 2014.
External links
- Canadian Gemmological Association Archived 19 August 2008 at the Wayback Machine