Gourlay's Pharmacy Banff

07/24/2026

PSA: we have bug spray in stock! 🦟

Find DEET and DEET-free options to keep you protected from those pesky mosquitoes.

06/30/2026

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

We’re open on July 1st from 10 AM – 5 PM. Wishing everyone a fun and safe holiday!

06/23/2026

Heading into the mountains this summer? 🐻

We carry bear spray in-store to help you stay prepared while exploring the outdoors. Stop by to pick up bear spray before your next adventure in bear country.

Stay safe and enjoy the trails! ⛰️

06/17/2026

Think you only need a travel consultation for exotic destinations? Think again!

A travel consult can help protect you from unexpected health risks, ensure your vaccinations are up to date, and help you manage your medications while abroad.

Read our latest blog to find out if a travel consultation should be part of your trip planning:

Heading off on vacation is exciting, but before you zip up your suitcase, consider booking a travel consultation. Maybe you’re thinking “do I really need that?” 7 reasons you should consider booking a travel consultation: Destination-specific guidance : Pharmacists can advise, prescribe, and

05/31/2026

Meet Rachelle 💉💊

Rachelle has been practising since graduating from the University of Alberta in 2012, with a special interest in mental health and diabetes. Known for her compassionate, down-to-earth approach, she focuses on helping patients take small, manageable steps toward better health.

Outside of work, she’s happiest on full-day outdoor adventures, usually on skis, bikes, or in hiking boots, with enthusiasm that generously makes up for her lack of skill.

05/16/2026

We’re open 10 AM to 5 PM May for Victoria Day.

Get outside and enjoy the long weekend! 🏔️

📸: May 16, 2024

05/13/2026

Are seasonal allergies hitting you hard this year? Three easy tips for surviving allergy season:

1. Start medication early (and choose the right one)
2. Use a saline nasal rinse to flush pollen and irritants out of your nasal passages
3. Shower and change your clothes after being outdoors

If you’re unsure what medication is right for you, come chat with our pharmacy team. In the meantime, check out our advice on seasonal allergies in this blog:

Ah, Banff in spring. Melting snow, crisp mountain air, and… pollen making a dramatic entrance. Whether you live here year-round or you’re visiting, seasonal allergies can put a damper on your plans. Here is some practical advise from our pharmacists to help you breathe easier and enjoy the Rocki...

05/01/2026

Good news, we’ve extended our Saturday hours!

You can now visit us every Saturday from 10 AM – 6 PM.

See you Saturday! 👋

04/28/2026

We’re excited to now carry Tailwind Nutrition. Endurance fuel designed to keep you hydrated, energized, and feeling strong through every workout, run, ride, or mountain adventure.

Easy on the stomach, packed with electrolytes, and made to go the distance 🏔️⚡️

Stop by and check it out!

04/23/2026

Meet Alexandra 💊✨

A proud UofA PharmD graduate, she jumped straight into Gourlay’s after university. Alexandra brings serious expertise in infectious disease, anticoagulation, and women’s health.

Raised in Invermere, she’s all about the Bow Valley life, whether she’s helping patients, paddling the lake, or hitting snowshoe trails.

She believes there’s always a solution, and is here to help you find yours!