This Is Us

This Is Us:

For women, by women. We are here because of women: Rachel, the woman who started Hillberg & Berk at her kitchen table, the team of women we’ve grown into and the community of women who support us. Our jewelry is emblematic of the boldness and brilliance every woman already possesses within herself. Our business is centered around connecting and empowering women. In everything we do, the reason is women.

We Believe:

When a woman rises, we all rise. The most powerful thing a woman can be is herself. She writes the definition. Daring. Passionate. Joyful. Determined. There’s never just one way to be. A woman owning her colours and contrasts is magnetic. It inspires, it travels, it builds. Tapping into it, channeling it to raise up others, that’s how we change the world.

Meet Rachel:

Hillberg & Berk Founder & CEO.


Land Acknowledgement

Hillberg & Berk is a non-Indigenous owned brand. We acknowledge that we are operating and living on largely unceded Indigenous lands that have been inhabited by many Nations for thousands of years. As a proud Saskatchewan company, our core operations and Head Office are located on Treaty 4 Territory, the original lands of the Cree, Ojibwe, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakoda, Lakota, and on the homeland of the Metis Nation. We recognize these Nations as the custodians of the land. We also recognize that the areas where we gather and work are historical gathering places for many other Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful for the Nations that have been and continue to be stewards of the land that provides us with an opportunity to bring our brand and products to people. Across Turtle Island, we respect and honour the treaties that were made on all territories, and are committed to moving forward in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration. Acknowledging the land on which we operate and its history, is a small act of reconciliation with Indigenous communities. Hillberg & Berk undertakes other education, efforts and support to restore inclusion and agency for Indigenous communities, guided by dialogue with employees, customers, and community members about our role in advancing reconciliation through equity, diversity and inclusion.

Our stores

Regina, Saskatchewan
We acknowledge that the land on which we operate is the traditional land of Treaty 4 Territory, the original lands of the Cree, Ojibwe, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakoda, Lakota, and on the homeland of the Metis Nation.

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
We acknowledge that the land we operate on is the traditional land of Treaty 6 Territory, the original lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota and on the homeland of the Metis Nation.

Calgary, Alberta
We acknowledge that the land on which we operate is the traditional land of the Moh’kinsstis, the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina Nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland.

Red Deer, Alberta
We acknowledge that the land we operate on is the traditional land of Treaty 6 Territory, the original lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Blackfoot, and Nakota Sioux. We also acknowledge Treaty Seven territory to the South of the Red Deer River. Treaty Seven territory is the ancestral and traditional territory of the Moh’kinsstis, the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina Nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland.

Edmonton, Alberta
We acknowledge that the land on which we operate is the traditional land of the Tsuut’ina, Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakota Sioux, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois), Nehiyawak (Cree), Dene Suliné, Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), and the Inuk (Inuit) Peoples.

Winnipeg, Manitoba
We acknowledge that the land on which we operate is the traditional land of the Anishinaabe (Ojibway), Ininew (Cree), Oji-Cree, Dene, and Dakota Peoples. We recognize that this region is the origin of the Métis Nation and the Heart of the Métis Nation Homeland.

Kelowna, British Columbia
We acknowledge that the land on which we operate is the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the syilx/Okanagan people.

Resources:
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Calls to Action
Native Women’s Association of Canada
Orange Shirt Day
Reconciliation Canada

This Land Acknowledgement has been written in collaboration with Indigenous community members through the Hillberg & Berk Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee. We are open to continuous learning and feedback around sharing this important acknowledgement, and welcome ongoing dialogue at info@hillbergandberk.com

2007
2007
With a few beads and a dream, Rachel Mielke launches Hillberg & Berk Accessories from her kitchen table.
2007
2007
Believing business can be a force for social good and empowering women can change the world, Rachel names her company Hillberg & Berk in tribute to her hero, Great-Grandmother Hilda Bergman, and lovable dog, Berkeley.
2008
2008
2008
Rachel appears on the CBC hit series Dragons’ Den and “strikes a deal” with W. Brett Wilson. Soon after, she leases her first commercial/by-appointment-only retail space.
2010
2010
Lalita Deva Collection evokes the bold prints and jewel tones of royal Indian clothing.
2009
2009
Saskatchewan model Kelly McDonald sparkles as the face of the 2009 collection.
2011
2011
Hillberg & Berk’s Flagship store opens in a reimagined character home in Regina. The Regina Flagship location was built by Rachel’s late father, Laurance Mielke.
2011
2011
Cancer survivor and actress Lisa Ray shares her inspiring story as the face of the 2011 Autumn-Winter Collection, Carpe Noctem.
2012
2012
Founder of MissRepresentation.org, Jennifer Siebel Newsom is the inspiring face of Le Cirque de Vie Collection.
2012
2012
The Noqo Rajo Collection is photographed in Africa spotlighting humanitarian Amanda Lindhout.
2013
2013
Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, a journalist, New York Times Bestselling author, and Deputy Director of Women and Foreign Policy for the Council of Foreign Relations, is the face of our Aurora Lux collection.
2013
2013
Hillberg & Berk partners with Emmy-nominated choreographer Stacey Tookey of So You Think You Can Dance fame and her Dizzy Feet Foundation to support the transformative power of dance.
2014
2014
Our first Sparkle Bar opens in Regina’s Cornwall Centre.
2013
2013
Queen Elizabeth II is gifted a custom Hillberg & Berk brooch commissioned by Lieutenant Governor Vaughn Solomon Schofield. To our delight and honour, Her Majesty would be photographed wearing the brooch on several occasions.
2014
2014
The La Sirena Collection is photographed in Riviera Maya featuring cancer survivor Brianne Urzada.
2014
2014
The Contes de Fées Collection features Canadian model Elise Hélène Gatschene.
2015
2015
Our sparkle continues to grow, with two new Sparkle Bars in Edmonton and a new store in Saskatoon.
2015
2015
Olympic Ice Dancer, Tessa Virtue partners with Hillberg & Berk to create the Tessa Virtue by Hillberg & Berk Collection.
2015
2015
Our 2015 Autumn-Winter Collection is photographed across the pond in London, England.
2016
2016
Inspired by Parisian gardens, our 2016 Spring-Summer Collection evokes the refined romanticism of Fench fashion.
2016
2016
Our Nordic-inspired 2016 Autumn-Winter Collection is photographed in Quebec’s Hôtel de Glace.
2016
2016
As a proud Official Licensing Partner of the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Official Jewellery Supplier of the Canadian Paralympic Committee, Hillberg & Berk gifts all Olympic and Paralympic athletes Red Sparkle Ball™ earrings and creates the Official Rio 2016 Canadian Olympic & Paralympic Rings. Our partnership continues into 2020.
2017
2017
Ashley Callingbull, the first Canadian and first Indigenous Mrs. Universe, is the face of our 2017 & 2018 Collections.
2017
2017
As Hillberg & Berk continues to grow, a new 31,000 sq. ft. headquarters is built in the heart of Regina’s Warehouse District.
2017
2017
Hillberg & Berk expands to Calgary, unveiling a luxe new store design and enhanced customer experience and opens two new stores in Edmonton.
2017
2017
The Government of Canada commissions Hillberg & Berk to craft a brooch in celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Sapphire Jubilee and Canada’s 150th anniversary. This is Her Majesty’s second special piece from Hillberg & Berk, a dream come doubly true for our H&B family.
2007
2007
With a few beads and a dream, Rachel Mielke launches Hillberg & Berk Accessories from her kitchen table.
2007
2007
Believing business can be a force for social good and empowering women can change the world, Rachel names her company Hillberg & Berk in tribute to her hero, Great-Grandmother Hilda Bergman, and lovable dog, Berkeley.
2008
2008
Rachel appears on the CBC hit series Dragons’ Den and “strikes a deal” with W. Brett Wilson. Soon after, she leases her first commercial/by-appointment-only retail space.
2008
2008
Hillberg & Berk is invited to an Oscar gifting lounge and two pieces end up on the red carpet.
2009
2009
Saskatchewan model Kelly McDonald sparkles as the face of the 2009 collection.
2010
2010
Lalita Deva Collection evokes the bold prints and jewel tones of royal Indian clothing.
2011
2011
Hillberg & Berk’s Flagship store opens in a reimagined character home in Regina. The Regina Flagship location was built by Rachel’s late father, Laurance Mielke.
2011
2011
Cancer survivor and actress Lisa Ray shares her inspiring story as the face of the 2011 Autumn-Winter Collection, Carpe Noctem.
2012
2012
The Noqo Rajo Collection is photographed in Africa spotlighting humanitarian Amanda Lindhout.
2012
2012
Founder of MissRepresentation.org, Jennifer Siebel Newsom is the inspiring face of Le Cirque de Vie Collection.
2013
2013
Hillberg & Berk partners with Emmy-nominated choreographer Stacey Tookey of So You Think You Can Dance fame and her Dizzy Feet Foundation to support the transformative power of dance.
2013
2013
Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, a journalist, New York Times Bestselling author, and Deputy Director of Women and Foreign Policy for the Council of Foreign Relations, is the face of our Aurora Lux collection.
2013
2013
Queen Elizabeth II is gifted a custom Hillberg & Berk brooch commissioned by Lieutenant Governor Vaughn Solomon Schofield. To our delight and honour, Her Majesty would be photographed wearing the brooch on several occasions.
2014
2014
Our first Sparkle Bar opens in Regina’s Cornwall Centre.
2014
2014
The Contes de Fées Collection features Canadian model Elise Hélène Gatschene.
2014
2014
The La Sirena Collection is photographed in Riviera Maya featuring cancer survivor Brianne Urzada.
2015
2015
Olympic Ice Dancer, Tessa Virtue partners with Hillberg & Berk to create the Tessa Virtue by Hillberg & Berk Collection.
2015
2015
Our sparkle continues to grow, with two new Sparkle Bars in Edmonton and a new store in Saskatoon.
2015
2015
Our 2015 Autumn-Winter Collection is photographed across the pond in London, England.
2016
2016
Inspired by Parisian gardens, our 2016 Spring-Summer Collection evokes the refined romanticism of Fench fashion.
2016
2016
As a proud Official Licensing Partner of the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Official Jewellery Supplier of the Canadian Paralympic Committee, Hillberg & Berk gifts all Olympic and Paralympic athletes Red Sparkle Ball™ earrings and creates the Official Rio 2016 Canadian Olympic & Paralympic Rings. Our partnership continues into 2020.
2016
2016
Our Nordic-inspired 2016 Autumn-Winter Collection is photographed in Quebec’s Hôtel de Glace.
2017
2017
Ashley Callingbull, the first Canadian and first Indigenous Mrs. Universe, is the face of our 2017 & 2018 Collections.
2017
2017
As Hillberg & Berk continues to grow, a new 31,000 sq. ft. headquarters is built in the heart of Regina’s Warehouse District.
2017
2017
Hillberg & Berk expands to Calgary, unveiling a luxe new store design and enhanced customer experience and opens two new stores in Edmonton.
2017
2017
The Government of Canada commissions Hillberg & Berk to craft a brooch in celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Sapphire Jubilee and Canada’s 150th anniversary. This is Her Majesty’s second special piece from Hillberg & Berk, a dream come doubly true for our H&B family.