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1917

A silver lining. Birks now operates 4 stores across Canada and is affiliated with an important company in Toronto: Ryrie Bros, Ltd. ...

1909

From cover to cover. The Birks catalogue illustrates our collections in a simple, yet tasteful manor. ...

1907

The new store on Square Phillips. The Montreal flagship store expands. Covering 18,000 square feet, the store is a wonderland of modernism with its electrical and heating systems, not to mention the beauty of its ornate architecture. ...

1901

The expansion of Birks. The eldest son, William Birks, becomes head of the company in 1901. He envisions Birks as a Canadian brand and his goal is to expand. His strategy is based on mergers and takeovers which lead the way to store openings in Ottawa (1901), Winnipeg (1903), and Vancouver (1907). ...

1900

The heart-shaped ring box. In 1900, Birks unveils the iconic heart-shaped box. Later, during the 1930s, the bell-shaped box is introduced. ...

1900

Sketch of a sophisticated Birks necklace. A sketch of a stunning Birks necklace. Upholding the highest standards, it showcases our master craftsmanship. ...

1899

Henry Birks and his three sons. A family portrait of Henry Birks and his three sons: John, William, and Gerald. ...

1894

The first Birks catalogue. The annual Birks catalogue launches. Its essence transcends the years and remains a fundamental part of the Birks story.   ...

1881

The corner of Square Phillips. Birks moves to the corner of Square Phillips to what is now a historical landmark. It is home to the first flagship store.     ...

1880

Moving across the street. Birks moves right across the street to 385-387 St. James Street.     ...