By Natalie North – Saanich News
With a wide smile and a twinkle in his eye, Naz Rayani greets customers and friends who have popped by the Peoples Pharmacy in Cadboro Bay Village. Most receive a hug, others a handshake – all offer kind words and congratulations for Rayani, a businessman, philanthropist and latest recipient of a Leadership Victoria Lifetime Achievement Award.
“I feel honoured,” Rayani said of the outpouring from his community. “It’s an incredible feeling.”
Rayani, the owner of five pharmacies in Greater Victoria, has recently returned to work after taking time off to recover from two strokes in 2010.
Via Saanich News – Saanich pharmacist and philanthropist honoured for life’s work.
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This is a great News that Mr. Rayani is back to work. Thousands of people prayed for his quick recovery and hope you will continue to do the humanitarian work. Good luck Mr. Rayani. You are the best role model any community can have
Mary Hass
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Heartfelt Mubarakis to Naz Rayani and your family. May you live your best life throughout your life.
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