Author: Ruchi Singla

Following an incident at a Markham jewelry store, five individuals, including three youths and two adults aged 18, are facing charges. The event, which took place near Yonge Street and Doncaster Drive on the evening of February 12, prompted a response from York Regional Police after reports of suspicious activity. Incident Details The police were alerted to the situation at approximately 5 p.m. Officers arriving at the scene detained three males, one of whom was found holding a hammer. Two suspects fled in a vehicle, later identified as stolen from a previous carjacking incident in the Toronto area. Further investigations…

Lucara Diamond Corp. has filed an updated technical report detailing the feasibility study for the underground expansion at the Karowe Diamond Mine in Botswana.  This report, titled “Karowe Mine – Botswana 2023 Feasibility Study Technical Report,” outlines the projections and expectations for the extension of the mine’s operational life and its impact on diamond recovery, revenue generation, and stakeholder benefits. Key Highlights and Implications The updated feasibility study showcases the ambitious plans to extend the Karowe mine’s life by 15 years through an underground expansion project (UGP). The mine, renowned for its large, high-value type IIa diamonds, is positioned in…

In a significant development within the Canadian jewellery industry, H&R Design Jewellery Ltd., led by Jack and Raffi Libarian, has acquired the Max Strauss Signature Collection from B&S (Canada) Inc. This strategic move marks a period of growth and innovation for H&R Design Jewellery, merging the distinguished Max Strauss brand with H&R’s innovative design ethos. Strategic Integration of Heritage and Innovation The acquisition incorporates the Max Strauss Signature Collection, known for its Designer Series and as the Product Line of the Year by Canadian Jeweller Magazine, into the portfolio of H&R Design Jewellery Ltd. This merger is seen not just…

York Regional Police arrested five teenagers following a robbery attempt at a jewellery store located at Yonge Street and Doncaster Drive in Markham. The operation also led to the recovery of a vehicle reported stolen in Toronto. Authorities were alerted around 5 p.m. about suspicious individuals near the store. Upon arrival, police detained three suspects; two initially fled but were subsequently apprehended. Further investigation connected the suspects to a vehicle stolen in a violent carjacking in Toronto. On February 21, the vehicle was located in Whitby, leading to more arrests. Search warrants in Ajax resulted in the seizure of a…