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Hillberg & Berk announce expansion to Saskatoon

Queen Elizabeth II wears a brooch created by Regina-based Hillberg & Berk. The Regina-based jeweller announced it will be opening a store in Saskatoon’s Midtown Plaza. Getty Images

REGINA – A luxury Saskatchewan jeweller has announced an expansion plan that includes a Saskatoon store. Regina-based Hillberg & Berk said Tuesday it is expanding to three locations, including Saskatoon’s Midtown Plaza.

The other two locations – sparkle bars – will be at West Edmonton Mall and Kingsway Mall, also in Edmonton.

“We are excited to be expanding so aggressively and creating so many jobs during a slower economic period,” said Rachel Mielke, CEO and founder of the company.

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Mielke said the expansion will create up to 75 new jobs over the next 12 months.

Company officials said the new build-outs will “exude a luxurious, contemporary and customer-centric shopping experience, while carefully preserving the integrity of its offering.

READ MORE: Queen Elizabeth II steps out wearing Saskatchewan brooch

Celebrities who wear Hillberg & Berk designed jewellry including Queen Elizabeth II, Michelle Obama, Celine Dion, Sarah McLachlan and Carrie Underwood.

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The West Edmonton Mall location is scheduled to open in July, followed by Kingsway Mall in September and Midtown Plaza in November.

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