Building on a tradition of prestige and excellence dating back to 1918, the Canadian Jewellers Association (CJA) is pleased to announce that the CJA Awards are now in their fourth consecutive year. The CJA invites you to submit nominations to honour the outstanding achievements of individuals and businesses across the Canadian jewellery and watch industry.

Nominations are currently being accepted for the following categories:

• Independent Retailer of the Year Award
• Multi-Store Retailer of the Year Award
• Supplier of the Year Award
• Emerging Business Award

Finalists and winners will receive national recognition, bolstering their professional reputation and securing their place in the rich history of the CJA. This year’s celebrations will culminate in the CJA Awards Dinner taking place on Monday, October 26, 2026 at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto, ON which promises to be an extraordinary evening of industry brilliance.

Arka Akkelian, Chair of the CJA Awards Committee comments that “after the success of the sold-out 2025 CJA Awards Dinner, we anticipate this year’s ceremony to be the most magnificent yet. We look forward to receiving your nominations and celebrating the brilliance of our industry together.”

For more information about the 2026 CJA Awards and to submit nominations, please visit https://canadianjewellers.com/cja-awards/.

About the Canadian Jewellers Association

As the voice of the Canadian jewellery industry since 1918, the Canadian Jewellers Association (CJA) has been devoted to maintaining the integrity, security, and profitability of our member’s businesses while creating consumer trust and respect for over 100 years.