London Drugs Opens in Dunbar Village Story by Sarah Gordon
Photos by Sandra Steier
It’s a Vancouver success story. London Drugs launched in 1945 and currently has 81 stores across Western Canada. Earlier this year it was confirmed that Dunbar residents will no longer have to leave the neighbourhood to shop at London Drugs; Vancouver’s new store is situated across from Dunbar Theatre on the former site of Stong’s Market. Edwin Chang is the general manager of the Dunbar store. He’s been working out of his new office since March and is getting a strong sense of this tight knit community. He is aware of the buzz in the community and says, “When I go out for a coffee I wear my lanyard. I meet people who are very positive and excited that London Drugs is coming to the village.” 16
Edwin has a long history with the company; he got his start 25 years ago when he was a student. Since then he has been involved with many stores in different facets.
The store’s soft opening takes place mid to late June; the grand opening will take place July 5. Clint Mahlman, president and chief operating officer comments, “It is with great pride that we are able to expand to serve more residents with the professional services, courteous care and high-quality products our customers expect of London Drugs.”
June 15 - August 31, 2019
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