Grocer Creates 125 Jobs, New Location Includes Pharmacy
NEPEAN (ON) - October 30, 2025 - Food Basics officially opens its newest location in Nepean today, featuring a full‑service pharmacy. The modern, 43,000 square foot site, located at 3831 Cambrian Road, will employ a team of 125 people and is the discount banner’s 152nd store. In 2025, Food Basics is celebrating its 30th anniversary of offering "Always More for Less."
“We are excited to bring Food Basics to the Nepean community, offering more ways for residents to save on quality products,” said John Manax, Vice President of Operations, Food Basics. “No matter where you live, people are always looking for ways to save. Residents who may be first‑time shoppers at Food Basics will get to know us as a discount grocer that is a reliable source for fresh, always in‑stock, healthy food at great prices.”
The new and contemporary store offers a tailored product selection to reflect the diversity of the Ottawa region and Eastern Ontario. Customers will be able to shop for high‑quality, budget‑friendly Irresistible and Selection products, locally sourced products, fresh meat and produce, along with fresh BBQ chicken. Additionally, customers can earn Moi Rewards and have the option to order groceries online at Foodbasics.ca at the same low prices as in store.
As part of the new store, the Food Basics Pharmacy will provide patient‑focused health care by offering a wide variety of professional services such as vaccinations, personalized medication reviews, minor ailment assessments, and more. Customers can conveniently shop our complete range of pharmacy products including vitamins, health and beauty essentials, and baby care items, helping them meet their health and wellness needs with the support of our in‑store pharmacists.
“We’re pleased to offer Nepean residents convenient access to pharmacy services right inside their local Food Basics,” said Lyman Kwok, Vice President, Pharmacy Operations, Metro Ontario Inc. “Our team is here to support the health needs of the community with readily accessible care.”
To further strengthen its commitment to the community, Food Basics will donate $5,000 to the Barrhaven Food Cupboard, which is 100 per cent volunteer operated and helps 500+ families every month with food assistance at times of need.
“Our main goal is to provide our customers with the best discount shopping experience possible with the most value at the lowest prices possible,” said Brian Clements, Store Manager, Food Basics. “We’re excited to open our doors and welcome the Nepean community to our new, modern store.”
Starting October 30, the new Food Basics store will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The pharmacy will operate Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 250 customers will receive gift bags, and shoppers can enjoy tasty samples throughout opening day.
Canadian and proud since 1995
For 30 years, Food Basics has been helping customers save money on their grocery needs by providing Always More for Less. Food Basics operates on three guiding principles: Always Fresh, Always in Stock and Always at Great Prices. Food Basics is the discount banner of Metro Ontario Inc. and currently operates 152 stores across Ontario.
About METRO Inc.
With annual sales of more than $21 billion, METRO Inc. is a food and pharmacy leader in Québec and Ontario, providing employment to more than 97,000 people. Its purpose is to Nourish the health and well-being of our communities. As a retailer, franchisor, distributor, manufacturer, and provider of eCommerce services, the company operates or services a network of 995 food stores under several banners including Metro, Metro Plus, Super C, Food Basics, Adonis and Première Moisson, and some 640 pharmacies primarily under the Jean Coutu, Brunet, Metro Pharmacy and Food Basics Pharmacy banners. For more details, visit corpo.metro.ca and follow the latest news on LinkedIn.
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