Canada Diamonds

Terms of Use

Effective date: 1 January 2026
Last updated: 1 January 2026

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the canadadiamonds.com website (the "Site"), operated by Canada Diamonds ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Site immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or otherwise using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Canada Diamonds.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the Site following any modifications indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

2. Nature of the Site

Canada Diamonds is an independent information resource that provides educational content, industry data, and analytical tools related to the Canadian diamond industry. The Site is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Canada Diamonds is not a diamond retailer, wholesaler, broker, or dealer. We do not sell, purchase, appraise, or facilitate transactions involving diamonds or any other gemstones or jewellery. We do not represent or act as an agent for any diamond mining company, jewellery retailer, or other commercial entity in the diamond industry.

3. Disclaimer — Not Professional Advice

The content published on this Site, including but not limited to articles, guides, reports, data visualisations, price calculators, and tools, is provided for general informational purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes or should be construed as:

  • Financial or investment advice — Diamonds are not regulated securities, and purchasing decisions involve significant market risk. The information on this Site should not be relied upon for investment decisions.
  • Professional appraisal or valuation — Our price calculator and pricing data provide estimates based on publicly available market data. They do not constitute a formal appraisal and should not be used as such.
  • Legal advice — Information about regulations, certifications, and industry standards is provided for educational context only and does not constitute legal counsel.
  • Gemological certification — Our educational content about diamond grading is not a substitute for professional gemological assessment by a certified laboratory such as the GIA, AGS, or the Canadian Gemmological Association.

We strongly recommend consulting qualified professionals — including certified gemologists, financial advisors, and legal counsel — before making significant purchasing or investment decisions related to diamonds.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, photographs, images, data compilations, data visualisations, interactive tools, software, logos, and the overall design and arrangement of the Site, is the property of Canada Diamonds or its content suppliers and is protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may access and view the content on this Site for your personal, non-commercial use. You may not, without our prior written consent:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any content from the Site, except for brief excerpts used in commentary, criticism, or news reporting with proper attribution.
  • Modify, adapt, or create derivative works based on any content from the Site.
  • Use any data mining, scraping, or similar automated data-gathering methods to extract content from the Site.
  • Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from any content on the Site.
  • Use the Canada Diamonds name, logo, or any associated trademarks without prior written authorisation.

If you wish to use our content for purposes beyond personal, non-commercial use, please contact us at [email protected] to discuss licensing arrangements.

5. Accuracy of Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published on this Site is accurate, current, and sourced from authoritative references including Natural Resources Canada, Statistics Canada, the USGS, and other recognised institutions. However, we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information on the Site.

Diamond pricing, market conditions, production statistics, and regulatory frameworks change frequently. While we endeavour to update our content regularly, there may be periods during which certain information is outdated. Data presented in our reports and tools reflects the most recently available figures at the time of publication and should not be assumed to reflect real-time conditions.

If you identify any errors, omissions, or outdated information on the Site, we encourage you to contact us so that we can investigate and correct the issue promptly.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Canadian law, Canada Diamonds, its owners, operators, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with:

  • Your use of, or inability to use, the Site or any content therein.
  • Any decisions made or actions taken based on information provided on the Site.
  • Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the content.
  • Any unauthorised access to or alteration of your data or transmissions.
  • Any interruption, suspension, or termination of the Site or any part thereof.

This limitation of liability applies regardless of the theory of liability, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other legal theory, and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

7. External Links

The Site may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites, including government agencies, gemological laboratories, industry organisations, and other external resources. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of any third-party websites. Accessing a third-party website through a link on our Site is done entirely at your own risk. We recommend reviewing the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site before providing personal information or relying on its content.

8. User Conduct

When using the Site, you agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, provincial, national, or international law.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the Site, its servers, or any systems or networks connected to the Site.
  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Site or the data contained therein.
  • Use automated systems, bots, or scripts to access, scrape, or index the Site without our prior written consent.
  • Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any form or communication channel on the Site.
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Canada Diamonds, its owners, operators, contributors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any third party.

10. Availability and Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site, or any portion thereof, at any time without prior notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Site without notice or liability.

We do not guarantee that the Site will be available at all times or that it will be free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components. You are responsible for implementing sufficient procedures and safeguards to satisfy your particular requirements for data accuracy and security.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Province of Ontario, Canada.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The failure of Canada Diamonds to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

12. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Canada Diamonds regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and communications, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.

13. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Canada Diamonds — Editorial Team
Email: [email protected]