About Us:
Established in 1999, Lakeside Gems is located just outside beautiful Bancroft, Ontario -– which is known as the “Mineral Capital of Canada” and host to Canada's largest Gem & Mineral Show - the Rockhound Gemboree. A destination for mineral collectors worldwide, Bancroft is one of the best places to find Canadian blue sodalite.
As one of Canada’s few authorized dealers for Estwing Geological Tools and Lortone Rock Tumblers, we have a full line of high-quality North American manufactured equipment. Lakeside Gems has all the tools any prospective or experienced rockhound enthusiast would need.
Lakeside Gems offers an extensive selection of local and international minerals and semi-precious gemstone gifts. These stunning specimens and decorative pieces would be great additions to any collection.
You will find a marvellous selection of healing crystals, wands, chakra kits and divination tools such as pendulums, oracle decks and books, and much, much more.
As of 2019, Lakeside Gems offers Geologist-led Mineral Collecting Field Trips during the Spring, Summer and Fall. Join one of the scheduled rockhounding field trips, or inquire about private and school outings. These excursions are a great way for families and individuals to learn about the hobby, learn how to collect, what tools you should use, and how to identify minerals by recognizing their distinguishing characteristics.
