When you walk into a jewelry store in Vancouver, you want to be
sure that the diamond earrings or engagement ring you buy come from ethical
sources. Nowadays we’re much more conscious about where things come from. The
world has grown up and become wise to the exploitation which exists in many
industries.
How
do I know the diamonds I buy are “conflict free”?
The Kimberly Process is a scheme initiated jointly by governments,
industry players and civil society. It was set up in 2003 with the aim of
preventing conflict diamonds from entering mainstream markets. It allows
customers reassurance that their purchases are not funding illegal activities
in other countries.
The scheme implements a close scrutiny of diamond imports,
requiring rough diamonds to be transported in secure containers and accompanied
by a Kimberly Process Certificate. Imports can only occur from participating
KPCS countries. Seventy-four countries participate.
From its inception Canada has been a major backer of the scheme
and has passed successive legislation to control the import and export of rough
diamonds. Canada has the added advantage
of an indigenous diamond supply, and is now the third largest global supplier
of gem quality diamonds.
When you walk into a jewelry store in Vancouver, you demand
ethical and responsible practices. Fame Diamonds takes the time and the effort to secure your peace of mind. When
you purchase our diamond earrings or engagement rings, you can have complete confidence
in their certified quality, traceability and integrity.
