Our Team



Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Sandy Conn

Sandy Conn

Owner / Front Store Manager

Sandy began working at Qualicum Pharmasave in 1982 and became an owner in 2009. She likes the family atmosphere that the store has between the staff and its customers. The small town allows her to create relationships with people that come into the store. When not working at the store, Sandy lives a very active life as she plays a variety of sports such as baseball, walleyball and running. She also enjoys spending time with family, camping and in her garden.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: John Beever

John Beever

Owner / Pharmacy Manager

John received his pharmacy degree from the University of Manitoba in 1999, and after making his way out west he joined Qualicum Pharmasave in 2005.  He purchased the store with Sandy in 2009.  John enjoys spending time with patients, helping them to become educated and involved in their health.  He became a certified compounding pharmacist in 2008.  When not working or chasing after his two young children, he can be found golfing, curling, or hiking.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Shannon

Shannon

Assistant Front Store Manager

Shannon became the Assistant Front Store Manager in January 2004. She likes the connections she makes with regular customers that come into the pharmacy. Shannon also enjoys curling and getting 'deep into the dirt' of her garden.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Bill

Bill

Pharmacist

Bill joined Qualicum Pharmasave as a Pharmacist in 2001. He really enjoys counselling with his patients and helping them work through their health issues. In 1992, he received his Bachelor Degree in Bio-Chemistry from the University of Victoria. He then attended the University of British Columbia and received his Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy in 2001. When not working at the pharmacy, he takes advantage of the beautiful landscape by mountain biking.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Neil

Neil

Pharmacist

Neil was the previous owner of Qualicum Pharmasave, which he began in 1980 when the pharmacy was called Qualicum United Pharmacy. He passed ownership over to Sandy and John in 2009. While attending University of British Columbia, Neil received his Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy in 1980. When not working at the pharmacy, he takes advantage of his close proximity to the ocean by sailing. 

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Dan

Dan

Pharmacist

New to the Qualicum Pharmasave team, Dan has been working as a Pharmacist since December 2010. He really enjoys the team atmosphere here at Qualicum Pharmasave, as it makes working more rewarding. Graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1977 with a Degree in Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. In his spare time, his takes advantage of the elegant landscape of Qualicum Beach either practicing his golf game or camping in the wilderness.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Katie

Katie

Pharmacy Assistant

In 2006, Katie joined Qualicum Pharmasave as a Pharmacy Assistant, and most enjoys the fast paced environment. Katie delights in all kinds of outdoor activities, and has achieved a black belt in Tae Kwon Do.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Joanne

Joanne

Pharmacy Assistant

Joanne has been a Pharmacy Assistant for Qualicum Pharmasave since 2006 and became a Compounding Technician in March of 2008. She likes helping the customers that come into the pharmacy, with all their health needs.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Wendy

Wendy

Pharmacy Assistant

As a Pharmacy Assistant, Wendy joined Qualicum Pharmasave in 2007. She really enjoys her work, as she learns something new everyday. In her spare time, Wendy enjoys riding horses or spending quiet time in her garden.

Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Staff: Gayle

Gayle

Pharmacy Assistant

Since 2004, Gayle has been working as a Pharmacy Assistant for Qualicum Pharmasave. She really enjoys working with the staff as she continues to learn new and exciting things from them. Rumor has it you can hear her singing Country music in the pharmacy from time to time. When not working at Qualicum Pharmasave, Gayle also lives a very active life playing volleyball, softball and curling.

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