Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Local Pharmacy in Sidney
Sidney Pharmacy has been a trusted healthcare provider on the Saanich Peninsula since 1959. Founded by Jim and Frances, our family-owned business has maintained a commitment to personalized service and community well-being for over six decades. Our team of experienced pharmacists and staff prioritize customer care, offering comprehensive prescription services, over-the-counter health products, and free local delivery. We take pride in our deep roots within the Vancouver Island community, supporting both local initiatives like the Peninsula Panthers and global health projects in Cuba and the Dominican Republic. Our pharmacy combines generational expertise with modern healthcare practices to serve families across Sidney and surrounding areas.We maintain strict operating standards, ensuring accurate medication dispensing and professional health advice in a welcoming environment. Our long-standing relationships with residents allow us to provide tailored healthcare solutions that address specific community needs. As active members of the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, we continually strive to enhance our services while maintaining the personal touch that has defined our business since its inception. Our physical location at 2425B Bevan Avenue serves as both a healthcare hub and community gathering point, reflecting our dual commitment to professional excellence and neighbourly support.
Services
Prescription Medications
Over-the-Counter Products
Free Prescription Delivery
Medical Equipment
Product Ordering Service
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience serving the Saanich Peninsula community
- Our free prescription delivery service covers the entire Saanich Peninsula
- Our pharmacists maintain generational relationships with local residents
- We combine traditional customer service with modern healthcare practices
- We support both local community initiatives and international health projects
What people say
Friendly staff
Free delivery
Community involvement
Generational continuity
Reliable service
Services
Prescription Medications
Our pharmacy fills prescriptions with professional accuracy and personalized care. Our experienced pharmacists provide medication counseling and maintain detailed patient records for ongoing treatment management. We offer convenient refill reminders and work directly with healthcare providers to ensure proper medication administration.
Free Prescription Delivery
We provide complimentary prescription delivery to residents across the Saanich Peninsula. Our reliable delivery service ensures timely medication access for those with mobility challenges or busy schedules. Deliveries are made Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
Medical Equipment
We stock essential mobility aids including walkers, crutches, and canes. Our staff assists customers in selecting appropriate equipment and provides usage guidance. We maintain inventory of durable medical devices to support patient recovery and mobility needs.
Over-the-Counter Products
Our pharmacy carries a comprehensive selection of non-prescription health products. From cold remedies to wellness supplements, our staff helps customers choose appropriate treatments. We can special order specific products not currently in stock.
Community Health Support
We actively participate in local and international health initiatives. Our community pharmacy supports regional sports teams and medical foundations while contributing to global health projects. We provide health education and wellness resources to local residents.
People
Frances
Co-Founder
Co-founded Sidney Pharmacy in 1959. Lived on Vancouver Island her entire life. Actively follows pharmacy operations despite retirement from daily duties. Enjoys reading and strong coffee.
Judy
Store Manager
Worked at Sidney Pharmacy for 40 years. Third-eldest daughter of founders. Active community member in Oak Bay. Manages daily operations and maintains customer relationships. Enjoys gardening.
Becky
Assistant Store Manager
Eldest daughter of founders. Has filled prescriptions for 30 years. Returned to Vancouver Island after pharmacy studies at UBC. Lives in Central Saanich with large vegetable garden.
David
Pharmacy Manager
Pharmacy manager for 40 years. Joined team in 1979. Originally from England. Provides medication expertise and friendly service. Enjoys gaming and Arsenal football. Lives in Oak Bay.
Questions
What pharmacy services do you offer?
We provide prescription medication filling, over-the-counter health products, free local delivery, and medical equipment sales. Our pharmacists offer medication counseling and health advice.
How long have you served the community?
We've operated on the Saanich Peninsula since 1959, providing continuous pharmacy services through three generations of family ownership.
Do you offer prescription delivery?
Yes, we provide free prescription delivery to any location on the Saanich Peninsula during regular business hours Monday through Friday.
What community initiatives do you support?
We support local sports teams, medical foundations, and international health projects in Cuba and the Dominican Republic through product and financial donations.
What if you don't have a product in stock?
Our staff will special order any needed product immediately. We maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure timely availability of requested items.
