Diamond Sector Unit

The diamond Sector Unit provides leadership in developing key policies and the legislative/regulatory framework for Ontario’s emerging diamond industry.

The unit operates the valuation process for Ontario diamonds including administrative processes for verifying and collecting royalties. Through processes, in conjunction with the Diamond Trading Company (DTC) in London, England and the cutting and polishing factory in Sudbury, Ontario, ensure the chain of custody is of the highest standard to implement our mined in Canada, and cut and polished in Ontario certification program.

Working with the Northern Development Division, other provincial ministries and the diamond sector, the Unit pursues value-added opportunities and new exploration and investment in Ontario.

Staff establish and maintain positive working relationships with diamond explorationists, companies, industry associations, aboriginal organizations, other levels of government and international jurisdictions. The Unit ensures that Ontario's diamond program is accessible, streamlined and technologically available worldwide.

Ontario’s First Diamond Mine

Ontario's first diamond mine is located approximately 90km west of the coastal community of Attawapiskat First Nation. The Victor diamond mine is owned and operated by DeBeers Canada. The mine officially opened in July 2008.

Ontario’s Diamond Certificate of Origin Program

• Background information
• Certificate of Origin Brochure
• Victor Diamond Retailers
  • Ontario
  • Alberta
  • Nova Scotia
  • International - USA

Guide to Ontario Diamond Certificate of Origin

• Polished Diamond Certificates
• Rough Diamond Certificates

Diamond Education

• Diamond Education

Ontario Diamond Royalty Legislation

• Part VIII of Mining Act
• Ontario Diamond Royalty Regulations

Ontario Diamond Royalty Return

Ontario’s Diamond Royalty Return and supporting forms are available on-line.

• Diamond Royalty Return
• Notice of Objection
• Notice of Appeal

Related Links

• Diamond Bourse of Canada
• SGS – Diamond Service

Contact

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