Guardian, I.D.A., and Remedy’sRx pharmacies are independently owned and operated by local pharmacists who dedicate their practice to the best possible patient care – beyond just prescriptions. With over 1,400 locations coast to coast, both in urban and rural areas, our pharmacies reflect the values of the communities they serve. Each pharmacy is unique, but they all are united in the pledge to uphold what being an independent pharmacy stands for – empowering patients to live a healthy life by providing unrivaled, compassionate, holistic health care

Our history

I.D.A. has provided exemplary care to patients since 1932, when the Independent Druggists' Alliance (I.D.A.) was first established in Canada. The Guardian pharmacy banner was added in 1964 with the same unwavering commitment to the profession. Over the years, both have become well-known names in pharmacy and have garnered tremendous loyalty from their patients. Remedy’sRx was founded in 2006 with a commitment to building relationships with patients and offering personal attention unmatched by larger chains. Remedy’sRx joined Guardian and I.D.A. in 2015 and together the three brands continue to grow as their independent owners share a devotion to creating healthier communities from coast to coast.
Guardian, I.D.A., and Remedy’sRx belong to a family of banner brands under the McKesson Canada Retail Banner Group. McKesson Canada is in business for better health. We play an integral role in health care, and we have a unique vision for the future. We partner with insurers, hospitals, physicians’ offices, pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies and governments across the spectrum of care to build healthier organizations that deliver better care to patients in every setting.

Since 2004, independently owned and operated Rxellence Professional Dispensaries across Alberta have been dedicated to meeting the needs of their customers. Our goal is to provide you with the best service possible. From information about your medications to information about how to prevent disease, we are here for you as part of your healthcare team. If you have questions regarding your health, ask your Rxellence pharmacist.

Canada's Fastest Growing Pharmacy

We exist to celebrate the independence of more than 800 locations across Canada. So when you choose PharmaChoice, you are supporting local businesses in your community. Each location is unique and tailored to the community it serves. With the support of the PharmaChoice team, your independent owners and operators are united in a promise to always provide you with the best Advice for Life.

At Peoples Pharmacy, our commitment of “Helping People Live Better Lives” is our foundation for providing trusted and personal health services. We’re dedicated to supporting and providing personalized quality care to the communities we serve.
Since 1976, Peoples Pharmacy has been Helping people live better lives. This has been our foundation for providing trusted and personal health services and high-quality wellness products to the communities we serve. Each Peoples Pharmacy store is independently owned and operated, and our pharmacists have a long-standing reputation for excellence in health services. Peoples Pharmacy is the perfect partner for independent pharmacy owners, providing the support and services to efficiently operate an exceptional and successful pharmacy business.

Since 1976, Peoples Pharmacy has been Helping people live better lives. This has been our foundation for providing trusted and personal health services and high-quality wellness products to the communities we serve. Each Peoples Pharmacy store is independently owned and operated, and our pharmacists have a long-standing reputation for excellence in health services. Peoples Pharmacy is the perfect partner for independent pharmacy owners, providing the support and services to efficiently operate an exceptional and successful pharmacy business.

We exist to celebrate the independence of more than 800 locations across Canada. So when you choose PharmaChoice, you are supporting local businesses in your community. Each location is unique and tailored to the community it serves. With the support of the PharmaChoice team, your independent owners and operators are united in a promise to always provide you with the best Advice for Life.

With over 800 stores across the country, Pharmasave is one of Canada’s leading independent pharmacy and drugstore retailers. Since being founded in 1981, Pharmasave has focused on building a national platform of community based retail outlets designed to provide customers with exceptional service, products and advice. Each Pharmasave store operates independently to serve its individual community, which ensures both programs and services tailored to the needs of customers and a commitment to helping all customers. Live Well With Pharmasave, Canada’s community pharmacy.

The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy has been delivering unrivaled compassionate, personalized care to Canadians for 25 years. Every aspect of The Medicine Shoppe is designed with your health in mind. "Your health. Our priority" is more than just a tag line─it’s the reason our pharmacist-owners choose to practice under the Medicine Shoppe brand. A dedicated focus on health care products and services coupled with a warm, welcoming environment make The Medicine Shoppe the pharmacy of choice for patients from coast to coast. We invite you to visit one of the over 200 independently owned and operated Medicine Shoppe Pharmacies near you. Experience the difference.

Our pharmacy aims to become an integral part of the community where our pharmacists know our patients, as well as become a place where people of all ages come to spend time together. Our philosophy brings together modern technology with the personal touch from a different era, a time when neighbours had time for each other, where trust and caring and family come first.

We exist to celebrate the independence of more than 800 locations across Canada. So when you choose PharmaChoice, you are supporting local businesses in your community. Each location is unique and tailored to the community it serves. With the support of the PharmaChoice team, your independent owners and operators are united in a promise to always provide you with the best Advice for Life.