Armstrong Regional Co-op buys liquor store

Member owned Armstrong Regional Co-operative (ARC) is diversifying its operation, with the purchase of the Liquor Depot, near Walmart in the north end of Vernon.

ARC currently operates fuel cardlock locations in Armstrong, Canoe and Scotch Creek, gas bars in Armstrong, Vernon and Salmon Arm, and now the liquor store at #200-2401-58th Avenue.

Members get a share of the profits made by ARC, with this year’s dividend amounting to four per cent of any purchases made, totalling $2.1 million dollars returned to members. The organization also provides various community groups with funding and fundraising opportunities.

A lifetime membership costs $10.