Back to School Solutions

How it Works

Back to School Solutions simplifies the process of school supply shopping. We aid both the parents and the school by providing a one-stop shop for high quality school supplies at the best prices. Parents receive convenience and competitive prices. Schools can manage supply lists for each individual class and know that students are going to have the supplies they need when they show up for the first day of class. Learn More

Who We Are

Back to School Solutions is a division of Value Drug Mart Associates Ltd.—an association consisting of 33 independent Value Drug Mart stores, 12 Apple Drugs, and 9 Rxellence Professional Dispensaries. We operate an 85,000 square foot Distribution Center in Edmonton, Alberta, carrying more than 16,000 items from over 700 vendors.

Our range of product in our Distribution Centre allows us to work with a variety of stores including other independent drug stores, convenience stores, grocery stores, etc. Our company formed in 1978 and we’ve been selling school supplies from the very beginning—including every major brand at some of the most competitive pricing in the marketplace.

With Back to School Solutions, we’ve created a new and exciting avenue for schools and parents to order school supplies—direct from us to you. It’s quick. It’s easy. Back to School Solutions is truly the one-stop shot for school supplies. Learn More

What Would Your School Do with $1000?

What would your school do with $1000? Purchase new playground equipment? Purchase gym supplies? Books? Create scholarships? It’s your call and it can all happen with Back to School Solutions!

Prior to the 2011-2012 school year, we will randomly draw five schools that use our program and present them with $1000 each to spend as they choose. It’s just our way of giving back.