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London Drugs

Daily Synopsis: Mar 30, 2026

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London Drugs President Clint Mahlman to Retire

Craig Patterson -
London Drugs president Clint Mahlman will retire after 41 years, as longtime executive Nick Curalli is named successor.

London Drugs to Close Downtown Eastside Vancouver Store

Lee Rivett -
London Drugs will close its Downtown Eastside Vancouver store on Feb. 1, ending a 17-year presence amid safety and financial challenges.

London Drugs doubles retail footprint in Manitoba with CF Polo Park store opening

Mario Toneguzzi -
Covering 29,895 square feet, the company said the store takes residence in a prominent location on the second floor in a unit previously occupied by Zellers

London Drugs’ Stocking Stuffers for Seniors Program returns for 10th year

Mario Toneguzzi -
Now celebrating a decade of programming at London Drugs, Stocking Stuffers for Seniors is running to December 8, encouraging communities to participate, in turn bringing comfort to seniors in need during the holidays.

London Drugs Unveils Future-Facing Concept Store at Brentwood

Craig Patterson -
London Drugs launches a future-facing concept store at The Amazing Brentwood in Burnaby, focusing on sustainability, wellness, and human-centred design.

London Drugs striving for highest sustainability standards

Mario Toneguzzi -
As the Western Canadian retailer celebrates 80 years, London Drugs is rolling out a new store concept in Burnaby in May, which includes a first of its kind product refill station, in partnership with SC Johnson.

London Drugs re-opens Calgary store following complete renovation; 2 new concept stores coming this year (Photos/Video)

Mario Toneguzzi -
London Drugs has 80 stores throughout more than 35 major markets in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

London Drugs Toy Drive returns for 4th year, spreading joy to families in need

Mario Toneguzzi -
In 2021, and the start of COVID, London Drugs said it recognized a need for drive-through Toy Drives.

CF Polo Park Mall Winnipeg: 65th anniversary, London Drugs expansion, and retail growth [Feature]

Shelby Hautala -
CF Polo Park in Winnipeg celebrates its 65th anniversary with new retailers and plans for a 30,000 sq ft London Drugs, opening in Fall 2025.

London Drugs Employee Sentenced for $2 Million Theft

Retail Insider -
Former employee of BC-based retail chain London Drugs sentenced to two years for stealing $2M in merchandise over five years.

London Drugs to open 1st new store in Winnipeg in 20 years

Retail Insider -
The retailer will open at CF Polo Park, becoming the second large drug store retailer to operate in the mall.

As Retailers Collect More Data, Cybercrime Hits Retailers Including London Drugs [Expert Comments]

Mario Toneguzzi -
With London Drugs stores in Western Canada being closed this week due to a cybersecurity incident, several experts discuss the challenges of retailers collecting customer data and what it means for the future.

London Drugs Expanding Cautiously as Costs Increase: Interview with COO Clint Mahlman

Mario Toneguzzi -
Mahlman discusses the retailer's two new store openings in Western Canada as well as why doing business is increasingly becoming a challenge as economic fundamentals shift.

London Drugs Upgrading Operations and Opening New Stores with Multi-Year Strategy: COO Clint Mahlman Interview

Mario Toneguzzi -
The popular Western Canadian drug store retailer is differentiated from competitors with its electronics offerings, and has been investing heavily into its digital and store operations with an eye to the future of retail.

London Drugs Opens Large Storefront at Southgate Centre in Edmonton in Former Woodward’s Space [Feature]

Christopher Lui -
The opening is part of the highly anticipated redevelopment of the north side of Southgate which was once home to a large department store. London Drugs itself features wider aisles and unique offerings meant to create efficiency for visitors.

Clint Mahlman Leading Legendary Retailer London Drugs Toward Further Success, Growth and Differentiation [Feature]

Sean Tarry -
The preeminent western Canadian pharmacy continues to build on a legacy that spans more than three quarters of a century.

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Other news: Liberty Clothing opens in Distillery District, Plenty opens store near Vancouver, London Drugs Renovates Robson Street storefront, ergoCentric opens showroom at Square One.

London Drugs Completes Renovation of Robson Street Location in Vancouver

Retail Insider -
The Richmond-based retail pharmacy chain has re-opened their 1187 Robson Street location after months of renovations.

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Other News: Lise Watier maximizes brand visibility, Hudson's Bay launches social impact platform, Jane's Walk goes virtual, Farm Boy continues expansion, London Drugs supports local, and Bed Bath & Beyond launches same-day delivery.

London Drugs Offering Shelf Space in Stores to Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 [Interview]

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Vancouver-based retailer is looking to add local brands to its 83 stores across Western Canada in a unique initiative.

London Drugs’ Clint Mahlman Wins Prestigious Canadian Retailer of the Year Award

Craig Patterson -
Retail Council of Canada will present the award at its Excellence in Retail Awards Gala on May 30, and tickets are available.

London Drugs rated #1 brand in British Columbia

Craig Patterson -
Richmond, BC-based London Drugs has been rated the best brand in British Columbia, according to Ipsos Reid and BC Business magazine. Ipsos Reid created a top 10 list while BC Business Magazine polled readers for their 'most loved' brands....
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