Emotional Jean Coutu Says Farewell After Sale to Metro Approved

Emotional Jean Coutu Says Farewell After Sale to Metro Approved
A Jean Coutu pharmacy in Ste. Marthe-sur-le-Lac, Quebec. Jean Coutu Group shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the sale of the pharmacy chain to fellow Quebec retailer Metro Inc. The Canadian Press/Ryan Remiorz
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MONTREAL—Jean Coutu fought back tears as he bid adieu to shareholders on Nov. 29 after they approved the sale of the pharmacy chain he founded to Metro Inc. in a move that could pave the way for expansion beyond Quebec.

“I gave my all, my best, in business and my profession,” the company founder said before choking up.