Why Canadian Diamonds

September 14, 2026

Why Choose Canadian Diamonds?

Canadian Diamonds are the Ethical Choice for Diamonds

DID YOU KNOW... Canada has beautiful, sparkling diamonds with a brilliant story that brings together stunning brilliance, luxury and sustainability.

Canada has been the third largest producer of jewelry-quality diamonds in the world, accounting for 14% of the world supply of diamonds, until operations of two of the three Canadian diamond mines began winding down operations in 2026.

Are Canadian Diamonds Rare?

Canadian diamonds are becoming more rare every day because so few ar now being mined. People are taking notice because there may never be another new production of Canadian diamonds. When you choose a Canadian diamond, you are securing something that will become increasingly difficult to find. I have a curated selection of Canadian Diamonds you can browse here.

Are Canadian Diamonds Special?

For over twenty years, the world has appreciated what Canadian diamonds represent: Canadian values.

There are so many reasons to fall in love with Canadian diamonds. The diamonds currently mined in Canada are found in the pristine wilderness of the Northwest Territories. At 3.5 billion years old, they are the oldest in the world and are mined in accordance with Canadian commitment to innovation, collaboration and conservation.

Are Canadian Diamonds Ethical?

Canadian diamonds are responsibly mined under Canada’s strict environmental and sustainability regulations – the strictest in the world – and in close consultation with Indigenous communities, stewards of the land. (See below for a list of environmental, community and socioeconomic contributions the Canadian diamond industry has made in remote Northern Canada communities.)

Are Canadian Diamonds Good Diamonds for An Engagement Ring?

Choosing a Canadian Diamond for your engagement ring or to celebrate a life milestone means choosing a beautiful, ethically mined, conflict-free diamond. It also means upholding our Canadian values and owning a piece of Canada's Shining Legacy.

High End engagement ring with radiant Canadian diamond on a woman's left hand resting on power blue background

How Do You Know Your Diamond is a Canadian Diamond?

Look for Canadian diamond authentification and work with a trusted diamond expert who can validate a Canadian diamond's origin through a tight tracking system that follows it through every step of its journey -- from the moment it is extracted from deep within the Earth to when it is set in a breathtaking piece of jewellery, ready to shine for a lifetime.

Do Canadian Diamonds Have Certificates?

The Canadian diamond industry has been providing certification for almost 20 years and Canada is the first country to do so through the trailblazing initiative known as CanadaMark. There are, of course, Canadian diamonds that go straight into the supply chain, so if you want to be sure your diamond is a genuine conflict-free Canadian diamond, make sure you ask for all the right documentation.

When you are shopping for a diamond, opt for a diamond lasered with a traceable Canadian diamond identification number and that matches the diamond's certificates of authenticity.

It is Like a Canadian Diamond Passport

If you are Canadian, you know how we feel about our passport. We travel with a Maple Leaf on our luggage because we know what it represents. In the same way, when your Canadian diamond has been individually verified and comes with all the right authentification, it is like your Canadian diamond comes with its own unique Canadian passport.

Photo: Vantyghem Diamonds

Photo: Natural Diamond Council

The Canadian Diamond Legacy

There are currently three diamond mines operating in Canada – all in the Northwest Territories (NWT): EKATI, DIAVIK, GAHCHO KUÉ.
Canada’s diamonds are 3.5 billion years old, the oldest in the world.
Canada is the 3rd largest producer of natural diamonds in the world.
Canada produces 14% of the world's natural diamonds.
NWT residents account for 47.5% of all employment in NWT diamond mines since 1996, 23% of whom are Indigenous.
Canadian diamond mines have generated 74,210 person years of employment since 1996.
Before a site opens in Canada, mining companies must sign robust oversight and collaborative agreements to protect biodiversity and contribute to the socio-economic advancement of local communities and Indigenous People.
Mining companies set aside hundreds of millions of dollars in escrow to restore the habitat to its original state after a mine has closed.
Diamond mining accounts for 52% of the Government of NWTs revenues through taxes in the last three years alone.
1.4M trees were planted as part of the Victor mine closure
Diamond mining companies partner with Indigenous communities to monitor fish habitats and water quality.
The Diavik mine has developed the largest off-grid solar facility in the Canadian North

Source: Diamond Reports, Diamonds of Canada, Natural Diamond Council