The new store brings a modern pharmacy experience, expanded grocery selection and enhanced beauty offerings to the community. 

TORONTO, ON – November 13, 2026 - Shoppers Drug Mart^® is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location at 394 Westville Road in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. The new store reflects Shoppers Drug Mart's commitment to Care for Canada by improving access to pharmacy services and providing convenient shopping experiences for Canadians.  

The opening marks an expansion of Shoppers Drug Mart's presence in New Glasgow, with the existing East River Road location remaining open to continue serving the community. 

The new Westville Road location features a design inspired by the company's latest store concept, including a modernized pharmacy dispensary designed to support the evolving needs of patients. Customers will also find an expanded grocery section offering more choice and convenience, along with a refreshed beauty department featuring new and trending cosmetic brands. 

Leading the new store is Associate-Owner Adam MacDougall, who brings 17 years of experience with Loblaw Companies Limited and Shoppers Drug Mart. Throughout his career, MacDougall has held various roles across the grocery and pharmacy businesses, including managing multiple Loblaw Pharmacy locations and serving as Associate-Owner of nine Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador. 

“We are thrilled to bring a new, elevated shopping experience to the people of New Glasgow,” said MacDougall. “Our pharmacy is committed to providing exceptional care and individualized support to our patients to achieve positive health outcomes. We look forward to welcoming the community and becoming a trusted partner in their health and wellness journey.” 

With a team of 20 employees, the new location is focused on delivering personalized service and a welcoming shopping experience, while making it easier for residents to access the products and care they need. 

“We’re so excited to welcome the New Glasgow community to our new store,” said Ashley Knack, District Manager, Shoppers Drug Mart. “We’re proud to be expanding our presence in New Glasgow and look forward to serving even more customers in the area.” 

The Westville Road store will offer residents greater convenience and more ways to shop for their health, wellness, and everyday needs. MacDougall and his team look forward to building lasting relationships with customers and supporting the local community for years to come. 

For more information about available services or to book an appointment, visit: https://www.shoppersdrugmart.ca/en/stores/9615-shoppers-drug-mart-new-glasgow-westville/(Open in a new tab).  

About Shoppers Drug Mart Inc.  

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. is one of the most recognized and trusted names in Canadian retailing. SDMI licenses the names/brand Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix to a network of full-service retail drug stores. With more than 1,350 Shoppers Drug Mart^® and Pharmaprix^® affiliated stores operating in prime locations in each province and two territories, the company is one of the most convenient retailers in Canada. The company also licenses, under the name Shoppers Simply Pharmacy^® (Pharmaprix Simplement Santé^® in Québec), or owns more than 150 medical clinic pharmacies. In addition to its retail store network, the company owns Shoppers Drug Mart Specialty Health Network Inc., a provider of specialty drug distribution, pharmacy, and comprehensive patient support services, MediSystem Inc., a provider of pharmaceutical products and services to long-term care facilities, and Lifemark Health Group, a Canadian provider of outpatient physiotherapy, massage therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic, mental health and other rehabilitation services, delivered through a national network of more than 400 clinics. Shoppers Drug Mart^® is an independent operating division of Loblaw Companies Limited. 

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