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New Year, New Plan and a Growing Team
Reflecting on the year past and building for the future.  As 2020 comes to a close, we can’t help but reflect on the past year. It has been a trying one for our communities, families and for many businesses. Korite...
Live-streaming Brands
Over the past numbers of years, and certainly since Covid-19, brands and companies have been looking for new ways to connect with consumers. When Covid-19 began and spread across our globe it brought with it closure of many retail centres...
What’s the Difference: 5 Gemstone Varietals and How to Differentiate Between Them
For centuries, people have been awed by the stunning qualities of gemstones and precious metal jewellery; human instinct is naturally drawn towards the sparkle and shine of uniquely designed necklaces, rings, earrings and other distinct items, designed with a remarkable array...
It’s Not Just a Gemstone
22 JUN  315 Ammolite is a remarkable gemstone unique in its qualities, colours and Feng Shui properties. Across the globe, Ammolite is commended for both its Feng Shui energy and its healing properties; it has been proven to help awaken the spirit and...
Father’s Day 2020
Father’s day is just around the corner and while your celebrations may look a little different this year with the current social distancing protocols, you can still make the celebration special for dad, with some specialized thoughtful gifts and gestures....
David Lui Appointed CEO of Korite International Inc.
CALGARY, AB – KORITE announced today the appointment of David Lui as the Chief Executive Officer of KORITE International, effective May 1st. Lui most recently served as Vice President, Marketing, Mark’s and Sport Chek at Canadian Tire Corporation where he...
Korite and The Shopping Channel Live Show
Korite is so excited to be pairing with The Shopping Channel for our LIVE show, showcasing a brand new, never seen before jewelry piece designed specifically for the show. Korite is lucky to have an incredible relationship with TSC which...
Love is in The Air
February, the month of love and romance, is just around the corner. At Korite we plan on heating up your February this year with exciting and exclusive Valentine’s Day celebrations about love and relationships, which will be launched on our...
Korite- New Year’s Wishes
Wow! How incredible were the holidays this year?! We had a wonderful time celebrating the holidays with our friends and family here in Alberta. It was snowy, magical, and everything we dream about over the holiday season. During our break,...
Ammonite Fossils: Ancient Beauty, Modern Luxury
Discover the timeless allure of Ammonite fossils and Ammolite gemstones. From their origins in prehistoric oceans to their transformation into modern luxury jewellery, explore how these natural treasures embody Earth’s history, resilience, and breathtaking beauty.
Korite featured in Canadian Jeweller Magazine
This summer our good friends at Canadian Jeweller Magazine published an incredible article about the Ammolite gem, and what we do here at Korite. Author, Karen Rudolph Durrie, extensively covered our history, environmental commitment, craftsmanship and worldwide distribution, through her...
Introducing Korite Ammonite’s Exquisite Collection of One of a Kind Hand Specimens
Korite is excited to have recently launched our hand specimens for sale on our website. These unique pieces of Ammonite fossil are over 71 million years old, emerging from ancient marine sediment that was once at the bottom of the Bearpaw Sea....
Korite is pairing up with The Shopping Channel
Korite is so excited to be pairing with The Shopping Channel for another LIVE show, showcasing a brand new, never seen before jewelry piece designed specifically for the show. Korite is lucky to have an incredible relationship with TSC, which...
The Perfect Pair- Picking the Perfect Pieces of Jewellery for Your Special Day
Is there anything more beautiful than a sparkling bride on her wedding day? The dress, flowers, hair, makeup and jewelry balance with one another as everyone’s jaw drops when she walks down the aisle. Every bride is unique, and while...
Back to School with Korite
Summer is winding down, and in no time, we will be welcoming crisp autumn mornings and multicoloured leaves falling from the trees. As kids and parents everywhere are savouring the final days of August and preparing to go back to...
Vibrant Nostalgia – Korites Color Spectrum Association with Canadian Landscapes
Summertime is here, the sun is shining, and flowers are in bloom. At Korite, we are inspired by the bright blooms and exquisite terrain of the summer months in Canada. After months of cold, snow and many grey days, our...
Will insurance cover it? Understanding jewellery insurance
Jewellery is said to last a lifetime until your ring falls down the drain while you’re cleaning up after supper, or a thief swipes a valuable piece from your home or a hotel room on holidays. Unfortunately, accidents happen and...
Our Ammolite jewellery presented at the Sainte Marie Aux Mines Show
This weekend Korite is excited to be exhibiting at the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines Mineral & Gem Show, hosted at the new Osmont Pavilion in France. We are looking forward to sharing our gems alongside our booth partner and very good friend, Dr...
Father’s Day, that distinctive day, once a year, that we celebrate dad
At Korite, we love to celebrate Father’s Day with tradition. Simple acknowledgements or events that are performed year after year that eventually turns into the “tradition”. For some, this is a pancake breakfast in bed, for others maybe it’s hosting...
Ammolite Gemstone, as Precious as a Mother’s Love
When you think of love, fertility, knowledge and growth, you often think “Mom”. If you could harness a mother’s goodness within a stone, you would have the Ammolite gemstone. Mother earth has presented this beautiful stone to connect you to...
Mother’s Day Korite Gift Guide
One of the most special days of the year is just around the corner, Mother’s Day; a day to recognize your mom and all of her greatness. On Mother’s Day, your mom deserves that little bit of extra special recognition,...