A New Era of Canadian Jewellery
Refresh your jewellery wardrobe with these six Canadian brands.
A bevy of jewellery brands has erupted across Canada seemingly overnight. But behind the boom is a new generation of cool jewellers who have been quietly cultivating their labels across the country for the past decade. Propelled by a newfound appetite for the demi-fine category, their collective rise has sparked a Canadian-owned jewellery renaissance.
No longer do fresh takes on accessorizing have to come from overseas or across the border. Whether you’re in search of a traditional signature hoop or something more avant-garde, the local artisans have something for everyone. From household names to small-batch jewellers, these six Canadian jewellery labels prove that considered craftsmanship and bespoke design can be found close to home.
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Kara Yoo
Kara Yoo launched her eponymous Vancouver-based jewellery brand with a focus on comfortable, accessible styles. Now, with more than a decade of jewellery design under her belt, Yoo has spread her wings, creating self-expressive pieces worth holding on to. “These are pieces designed to move with you,” Yoo says, “from casual moments to special occasions, from the workplace to faraway travels, meant to be cherished for years to come.” The brand’s product range indulges every feminine whim, with butterflies, hearts, oysters, horses, and bunnies among its playful motifs. In Yoo’s world, there’s no such thing as a boring jewellery box.
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Jenny Bird
Jenny Bird is a mainstay in fashion-forward jewellery. The Toronto-based brand puts a contemporary spin on classic pieces, creating elevated designs made for everyday wear. For its newest collection, Swirls, launching August 13, the brand drew inspiration from spirals found in everyday objects, with a particular interest in the shape of swiss rolls, and transformed them into the collection’s muse. The swirl shape defines the new drop across earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets, and brooches. With every collection, Jenny Bird brings a distinctive charm to the essential accessories every wardrobe calls for.
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Jude
One of the youngest brands in the lineup, officially launching in spring 2024, Jude has been quick to hit its stride. The brand occupies the sweet spot between kitschy style and timeless appeal, with each piece designed as a future heirloom to be passed down through generations. From signature fish pendants to hand-carved sun charms, Jude’s founder, Judy Carter, leads the brand with a spirited design language and a perfectly imperfect mentality, where individuality is part of the design. “Listen, we’ve got enough crap in our lives. If you’re going to buy something, buy something different and unique that you can have forever,” Carter says.
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Photography by Garrett Naccarato.
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Biko
Biko is no new player on the jewellery block. Founded by Corrine Anestopoulos in 2005, the brand remains a small-batch, handcrafted operation, with Anestopoulos at the helm alongside her team of Toronto-based artisans. Her work embraces fluid forms and unexpected shapes, transforming jewellery into miniature sculptural works of art. Beyond Biko’s undeniable design prowess, its celebrity clientele―including Rupi Kaur and Coco Rocha―and its 2026 CAFA Award for Accessory Designer of the Year are testaments to the brand’s enduring influence.
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Mejuri
Though its name is now a household one, you may not know Mejuri is proudly Canadian. What began with a small team working out of Toronto has grown into a global go-to jewellery brand, with its designs now recognized around the world. Mejuri set the standard for the demi-fine category. In 2013, CEO Noura Sakkijha pitched the brand to investors, carrying on a three-generation jewellery legacy while seeking to challenge a market traditionally dominated by male purchasers. Mejuri flourished on accessibility, simplicity, and a women-empowering ethos, creating jewellery women wanted to buy for themselves rather than receive as gifts. Today, with a customer base of more than three million, Mejuri continues to offer something for everyone, across every metal, while elegance and versatility remain its bread and butter.
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Photography by Sophia Baboolal.
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L.L.Y. Atelier
On the outskirts of Montreal in Montérégie, self-taught silversmith Agathe Bodineau crafts something far more sculptural than the everyday accessory. From her independent jewellery studio, Bodineau creates ornate statement pieces that blur the line between visual and functional art. The studio’s small-scale operation is reflected in designs that feel deeply considered, each one a clear product of patience, intention, and hands-on craftsmanship.
