I.D.A Sunshine Drugs - 1909 Pharmacy

08/22/2025

☀️🍉 Summer’s for BBQs, late-night campfires & patio hangs… NOT bug bites! 🚫🦟✋

Want to keep the bugs away without missing out on the fun? We’ve got you covered with easy tips for a bite-free summer in Canada.

👉 Read the blog now: https://sunshinedrugs.com/bug-repellent-tips-for-a-bite-free-summer-in-canada/

Visit your local I.D.A. Sunshine Drugs - 1909 Pharmacy to pick up your bug protection or give us a call at 519-977-0090 if you have questions!

Bug repellent is the last thing you need to run out of during summer in Canada. Blackflies, ticks, mosquitoes—the list of pests swarming in sweltering heat goes on. We aren't talking about a few bug bites or the occasional discomfort. Many of these pests, such as deer ticks1, carry deadly diseases...

05/30/2025

🚨 LAST CHANCE ALERT! 🚨

Today is your final Friday to earn 5X the Reward Points is here!
You’ve been racking up the points all month—don’t stop now!

✅ Load up on your favourites
✅ Watch those points multiply
✅ Treat yourself later with the rewards

It’s now or never! Come see us and finish strong. 💪

05/19/2025

👑 Happy Victoria Day! 🇨🇦

Did you know Queen Victoria helped shape modern medicine?

💊 She was one of the first to use chloroform during childbirth, helping normalize pain relief.
🌿 She supported herbal remedies — paving the way for today’s natural health products!
📜 Pharmacy regulations advanced under her reign, laying the foundation for today’s pharmacies.

Enjoy the long weekend — and if you need us, we’re just a call away! 📞

05/15/2025

😮 Think you know everything about high blood pressure? Think again!

Hypertension (aka high blood pressure) is called the "silent killer" for a reason — many Canadians don’t even know they have it. 😧

Swipe through 👉 to discover eye-opening facts about hypertension in Canada 🇨🇦 — including what you didn’t know could put you at risk.

👀 You might be surprised… and it could save a life.

✅ Early signs
✅ Who’s most at risk
✅ What you can do today

📞 Call us today or schedule an appointment to learn how we can help you manage your blood pressure — before it becomes a problem.

https://sunshinedrugs.com/appointment/

💬 Tag a friend who should see this!

05/12/2025

Think you know what high blood pressure really means?

Hypertension often has no symptoms—but it can quietly damage your heart, brain, and kidneys over time. 💔🧠

Don’t wait for a wake-up call. Learn what hypertension really is, why it matters, and how you can take control.

📖 Read the full Sunshine Drugs blog now and take the first step toward a healthier future. After all, knowledge is power!

🔗 https://sunshinedrugs.com/hypertension-awareness-month/

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Did you know seven and a half million Canadians live with hypertension (high blood pressure)? That’s 1 in 4 adults! According to the World Health Organization (WHO)1, it is also the leading cause of premature deaths and disabilities worldwide. Also called the ‘silent killer,’ hypertension show...

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing mothers from our family to yours! We appreciate your dedication and hard work in raising your families and your selflessness in all that you do. 💐💖

Your valued community partner, Sunshine Drugs - 1909 IDA ☀️

05/02/2025

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! You will get 5X’s The Points on all Option+ items Every Friday this month —starting NOW!

✨ Earn 5x the reward points when you shop at your local Sunshine Drugs - 1909 IDA. Proudly Canadian. Locally owned and operated.

🛒 Don’t miss out. Supplies are limited, shop today, before your favourite items are gone and let the points roll in!

05/01/2025

⛱ ☀️ 🎁 Our Summer Giveaway Starts... Now!!!

From May 1st to July 31st, sign up in-store for your chance to win a FREE blood pressure monitor — no purchase needed!

📍 Visit us in-store to talk to your pharmacist, book a medication review, and sign up for a chance to win! 👉 Draw Date: August 1st, 2025

Stay on top of your health and enter today! ✨

For a list of all the Sunshine Drugs Family of Pharmacy locations visit https://sunshinedrugs.com/locations/ (link is in bio)

04/28/2025

📣 Get ready, rewards lovers! 💛💙🩵

A fan favourite Friday promo is making a BIG comeback… and it’s even better than before!

👉 Stay tuned—we’ve got more details coming your way!

🛍️ Your Fridays are about to get a major glow-up. ✨

04/10/2025

All the Reasons We 💛 Sunshine Drugs

At Sunshine Drugs, you’re not just a number — you’re a person with a name, a story, and part of a community that cares.

We’re proud to be a Canadian-owned, locally operated pharmacy network that puts people first — always. From remembering you at the counter to taking the time to truly listen, we believe health care should feel personal, compassionate, and close to home.

☀️ We love Sunshine Drugs because:

- Our pharmacists know us by name — not just by prescriptions. 🫂
- We're a Canadian company that keeps care local and centre of mind. 🍁
- We support community health, wellness, and connection. ✅
- Every visit feels like checking in with family. 💖

Thank you for supporting a business that supports you. 💛

03/31/2025

🌸✨ Spring is the season of fresh starts—glow up your wellness routine? Absolutely! ✨🌸
Build your own Spring Glow Up Checklist ✅ and start checking things off!
Need a little help? Stop by One Of our Sunshine Drugs - 1909 IDA for help with:
💛 Skincare & allergy relief 🌼
💊 Expert pharmacist advice
🍃 Wellness essentials to keep you feeling your best
Bring your lists and we can't wait see you and help you! ☀️

03/29/2025

📰 Our Latest Blog is Here!

As Pharmacist Appreciation Month comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the incredible role pharmacists play as the first line of defence in your health care team. 💙

👉 Read now: https://sunshinedrugs.com/pharmacy-appreciation-month/

March is Pharmacy Appreciation Month (PAM) in Canada, a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of pharmacists and pharmacy teams nationwide. These professionals are at the forefront of accessible health care, ensuring Canadians receive the support they need when needed. Pharmacists: Canada.....