Industry News
In this section we have gathered some of the most popular information sources, such as trade journals, magazines, blogs, and association websites. Industry information is always changing. For the latest news, current issues and popular opinions, try following one or more of these sources. In addition, interacting with the websites that provide this information through commenting and asking questions may also provide you with more information.
Associations
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for your business plan. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
Canadian Associations
- Craft Council of BC (CCBC) | A BC-based organization focused on supporting professional craftspeople through a resource library, awards, and events.
- Canadian Jewellers Association | Called “the voice of the jewellery industry,” this organization supports jewellers across initiatives in several sectors.
- Canadian Gemmological Association | Provides education on gems used in jewellery production, including ethical sourcing and cleaning.
International Associations
- Society of North American Goldsmiths (SNAG) | An inclusive community for jewellers and metalsmiths. Check out the calendar for upcoming events.
- The World Jewellery Association (CIBJO) | With a presence in more than 45 countries, this confederation covers the jewellery, gemstone and precious metals sectors from mine to marketplace.
Magazines & Trade Journals
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for business planning. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
- Canadian Jeweller Magazine | CJ is Canada's oldest trade journal, having been in existence for over 135 years. It is aimed at jewellery and watch professionals, and features key articles, news, and industry trends.
- Jewellery Business Magazine | Serves independent, chain and mass merchandise jewellery retailers across Canada, as well as appraisers, gemologists, designers and goldsmiths. It publishes several articles a month.
- Metalsmith | Official publication of the Society of North American Goldsmiths with information on jewelry design and metalsmithing. Published 3-4 times per year.
- JCK Magazine | Jeweler's Circular Keystone (JCK) is a jewelry industry trade publication that features editorials on industry trends, practices, and commentary. Provides information for both jewellery designers and retailers.
Consultant & Other Websites
MarketWatch - Industry Analyzer | The Industries section contains current data on Dow Jones Industry Sectors. Aggregate data as well as company-specific data is available.
PriceWaterhouse Coopers Canada (PwC) | Global consultancy firm that produces reports on the state of various industries.
Firsthand | A free source of industry information. Use the Industry Profiles to research growing industries and best industries by major, and Company Rankings and Profiles to find news, company information, and industry-specific sample professions. Basic monthly membership is free and offers access to blogs, discussion forums, and job listings.
Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre | This free resource created by the Vancouver Public Library is an online and in-person resource that helps newcomers to Canada find information to get a job, explore different careers or start a business.
Blogs & Discussion Forums
- Jewelry Business Academy | With a focus on empowering women, host Robyn Clark provides actionable tips to help build and scale a profitable jewellery design business.
- Success With Jewelry | Hosted by two jewellery marketing experts, this podcast gives "peek behind the curtain" at successful strategies to use when building a jewellery brand.
- Thrive By Design: Marketing and Growth Strategies for Jewelry and Luxe Product Brands | Award-winning jewellery designer and Chief Visionary Officer of Flourish & Thrive Academy Tracy Matthews shares her business experience to help other jewellery designers stand apart from the competition.
- The Thriving Maker | Experienced jewellery designer Sarah Kavanagh gives advice on this podcast aimed more broadly at creative makers and entrepreneurs.
- The Jewellery Pod | Based in Dubai, Krishna Raj shares insight into the gem and jewellery industry with a focus on technology, innovation, and sustainability.
- Jewelry Artist | This podcast provides a variety of perspectives and tips from interviews with different jewellery experts on each episode.
TIP: As with all sources, news articles and blogs should be carefully evaluated. For information on how to evaluate your information, watch video tutorial Module Five: Using Information Responsibly.