Community Focus, Fresh Finds, and Low Prices: Raman’s No Frills® Opens in Chemainus

Hard Discount Retailer Brings Unbeatable Value to Chemainus

August 21, 2025, Brampton, ON – No Frills^®, Canada’s leading hard-discount grocery retailer, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Raman’s No Frills^® in Chemainus. The opening will take place on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., located at 9786 Willow Street, Chemainus, BC. This marks the first No Frills^® location in the Chemainus community and reinforces No Frills^®‘ dedication to providing exceptional value, building strong community ties, and supporting local organizations.

Nestled in the heart of Chemainus, Raman’s No Frills^® is set to become a cornerstone of the community. The store will create approximately 50 new jobs and provide access to affordable, quality groceries and everyday essentials — making it easier for local families to stock up on everything they need without breaking the bank.

“I am incredibly excited to bring No Frills’ commitment to value and quality right here to my neighbours in Chemainus,” said Store Owner Ramanpreet Kaur Dhaliwal. “This store is about more than groceries; it’s about building lasting relationships and fostering a welcoming space built by and for the people of Chemainus. We are passionate about making grocery shopping accessible and inclusive for everyone.”

The store offers a well-rounded selection of fresh produce, international foods, and locally sourced products. Customers will find strong offerings in fresh departments, including bakery, dairy, meat, and produce, all with a focus on quality and savings. Beyond these offerings, the store also prides itself on its culturally diverse team, dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive shopping environment for all customers.

Ramanpreet has been with No Frills for 10 years, working across different departments before becoming a proud No Frills^® franchise owner. Her journey from frontline roles to store leadership reflects her dedication, work ethic, and understanding of what it takes to run a successful grocery business. “We’re so excited to finally open our doors and welcome the Chemainus community,” said Ramanpreet. “We envision our store as a place where neighbours and families can connect, stock up on fresh food, and enjoy unbeatable prices.”

As part of its opening celebration and community commitment, Raman’s No Frills^® will make charitable donations to local organizations:

• Museum of Chemainus: $1,000
• Chemainus Harvest House Society: $1,500

The store also partners with Flashfood, a program that reduces food waste while offering customers significant savings on fresh produce and grocery items.

Raman’s No Frills^® , located at 9786 Willow Street, is open every day of the week from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.