Profile

The Jean Coutu Group is one of the most trusted names in Canadian pharmacy retailing. The Company operates a network of 376 franchised stores located in the provinces of Québec, New Brunswick and Ontario under the banners of PJC Jean Coutu, PJC Clinique, PJC Santé and PJC Santé Beauté, and employs more than 17,000 people. Furthermore, as of December 2007, the Jean Coutu Group owns Pro Doc Ltd ("Pro Doc"), a Québec-based subsidiary and manufacturer of generic drugs. The Company also holds a significant interest in Rite Aid Corporation ("Rite Aid") a national chain of drugstores in the United States with nearly 4,800 drugstores in 31 states and the District of Columbia.

Thanks to its leading position and efficiency-driven development strategy, the Company plays an important role in the advancement of professional practice in drugstores. Its rigour, sense of innovation and ability to adopt new methods allow it to take advantage of the development possibilities offered by an industry with strong growth prospects.

Mission

The Jean Coutu Group is a leader in the North American retail drugstore industry in its chosen markets as well as through its investment in Rite Aid. In Canada, the company offers high quality products for health, hygiene and beauty, in a friendly and efficient environment. Our strength lies in the reputation of the PJC network, our marketing leadership and supervision of franchisees. We are committed to providing superior returns to our shareholders and offering interesting careers to all the professionals and employees in The Jean Coutu Group network.