CanGems Western Canada

CanGems Western Canada The Heartbeat of Canada's Gem industry! The official page for all BC, AB, SASK, MB Rock N' Gem Shows. Canada Gem Shows is a division of Silver Cove Ltd.

Canada Gem Shows/ CanGems is your number one resource for amazing events dedicated to rocks and minerals in Canada! It's mission is to share a passion for gemstones and minerals with all ages and interest levels. Canada Gem Shows fulfills its mission by organizing and hosting Gem & Mineral Shows, Bead Shows, and other events related to the gem industry throughout Western Canada. Silver Cove was st

arted by husband and wife team Chris and Melissa Robak. It began as a hobby in 2004, with just an $800 investment. They took the company professional in 2007 as a mobile company and hosted their first Gem & Mineral Event in Eckville, Alberta that same year. There was no looking back for this motivated couple as they setup at shows all over the province. They opened their first storefront in 2009. Today, Silver Cove has three storefronts and over 14 event running throughout Canada each year.

06/11/2026

🌴💎 Which crystal matches your dream summer vacation?

🏖️ Tropical beach → Larimar
🏔️ Mountain escape → Moss Agate
⛺ Desert camping → Desert Rose
🛍️ European adventure → Pyrite

Every stone has its own vibe 👀✨

💬 Which destination are you choosing?

06/10/2026

🪨💥 Not all minerals break the same way.

Some minerals break along smooth, flat planes called cleavage, while others shatter irregularly through fracture.

✨ Fluorite = excellent cleavage
✨ Quartz = conchoidal fracture

This difference comes from how atoms are arranged inside the mineral structure — making breakage patterns an important tool in mineral identification.

Geology gets surprisingly technical once things start breaking 👀

💬 Which mineral break patterns do you find the coolest?

The Brandon Rock N’ Gem Show Is Back!June 19–21, 2026Keystone Centre1175 18th Street, Brandon, ManitobaUncover the beaut...
06/10/2026

The Brandon Rock N’ Gem Show Is Back!

June 19–21, 2026
Keystone Centre
1175 18th Street, Brandon, Manitoba

Uncover the beauty and story of the earth at the Brandon Rock N’ Gem Show. Wander through a brilliant display of crystals, fossils, gemstones, and handcrafted jewelry—each piece sculpted by nature’s powerful forces.

From luminous minerals to rare geological wonders, every treasure tells a story millions of years in the making.

Join us for three unforgettable days of discovery and inspiration.

Show Hours
Friday & Saturday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Special Feature: UV Exclusive Event
Friday, June 19 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Experience the brilliance of minerals that glow under ultraviolet light during this captivating after-hours event.
RSVP recommended: text 587-377-5722/walk-ins WELCOME

Details
• Admission: $3 single | $7 family | Children 5 & under free
• Free parking available on site
• Services animals permitted
• All forms of payment accepted
• Tickets available for purchase at the door

Want a sneak peek before showtime?
Follow Silver Cove on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for crystal hauls, fossil finds, and behind-the-scenes previews.

For more information: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Cg8SCrbxS/

06/09/2026

🤍✨ June Birthstone: Pearl ✨🤍

Unlike most gemstones formed deep within the earth, pearls are created by living mollusks layer by layer over time.

Their soft glow, known as luster, comes from light reflecting through microscopic layers of nacre — giving pearls their timeless appearance.

Elegant, natural, and completely unique 🌊✨

💬 June birthdays — do you love your birthstone?

06/08/2026

💎⏳ Can crystals grow forever?

Technically, crystals can continue growing as long as the right conditions exist — but in nature, those conditions rarely stay stable forever.

Crystal growth depends on:
• Temperature
• Pressure
• Available minerals
• Space to grow

Changes in the environment can stop growth entirely, which is why perfectly formed giant crystals are so rare.

Every crystal is essentially a snapshot of a very specific geological moment in time 🌍✨

💬 If you could see one crystal growing naturally in real time, what would you choose?

06/08/2026

💎✨ Thank You, Sault Ste Marie! ✨💎

We want to send a huge thank you to everyone who came out to the Sault Ste Marie Rock N’ Gem Show this past weekend!

From curious first-time visitors to longtime collectors, your support, energy, and excitement are what make these shows so special. 🪨💖

To our incredible vendors, community partners, and everyone who stopped by — thank you for being part of it.

We loved seeing your finds, hearing your stories, and sharing our passion for crystals, minerals, and fossils with you all.

Until next time, Sault Ste Marie! 👋✨

👇 Tell us — what did you take home from the show?

Looking for another rock'in show? See our next stop at https://www.facebook.com/share/1AYer2xoqb/


06/05/2026

🎉 SHARE & WIN! 🎉

The Drumheller Rock N' Gem Show is almost here, and we're giving the lucky winners 2 FREE admission tickets to the show!

Entering is easy:

✅ Like this post
✅ Share this post
✅ Comment below and tell us who you'd bring to the show

📅 Winner announced June 24, 2026

The Drumheller Rock N' Gem Show features crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, home décor, lapidary supplies, and unique treasures from around the world.

📍 Memorial Arena
📅 June 25–28, 2026

Show Hours:
Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Admission:
🎟 $3 single admission at the door
🎟 $7 family pass
🎟 Children 5 & under FREE

Good luck everyone!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1641036707033462

06/04/2026

💎✨ Build your dream crystal shelf!

Pick ONE from each category 👇

🔮 Sphere
🗼 Tower
💥 Statement piece
🔦 UV mineral
🦴 Fossil

Mix and match your perfect collection 💖

💬 Tell us your choices below!

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Red Deer, AB
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