Jean Coutu on University Avenue in Saint John. Image: Submitted
New Brunswick United Way chapters are getting a financial boost from a national pharmacy chain.
The Jean Coutu pharmacies network announced last week that it’s donating $50 000 to New-Brunswick United Ways to support community relief efforts related to COVID-19.
“Mindful of the public’s concerns and the impact COVID-19 has on their lives, the Jean Coutu pharmacies network is pleased to answer the call of its long-time community partner. This donation will help to meet the most urgent need in the communities in which we are present,” the pharmacy chain said in a release.
“Among other things, it will allow supporting vulnerable individuals and families, as well as front-line organizations, through the delivery of food, access to health supplies and transportation to critical appointments, in addition to helping with mental health and social resources.”
Established in New Brunswick since 1982, The Jean Coutu Group has a network of 28 pharmacies across the province. In total, the company has 415 franchised stores in Quebec, New Brunswick and Ontario under the banners PJC Jean Coutu, PJC Santé and PJC Santé Beauté.
A version of this story was published in Huddle, an Acadia Broadcasting content partner.
