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Family-owned McBain Camera, a staple in the Edmonton photography scene for the past 70 years, has been purchased by London Drugs — another family-owned company developed in Western Canada.

But former owner and general manager Neil McBain wants to ensure loyal customers that the stores will continue to run independently with the longtime brand staying put.

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“I’m still running the place, none of the employees are being let go,” McBain said in an interview Thursday afternoon. “I don’t think customers will see anything different at all.”

The sale to the B.C.-based retail chain was made official on Dec. 29, said McBain, noting he was in the market for a successor to avoid having to close all together.

“I didn’t want to do that after we’ve been in business all these years,” McBain said. “What it means is that McBain Camera can continue on.”

McBain didn’t disclose how many parties were interested in purchasing the seven locations, but said London Drugs has a foothold in the photography business, making for a perfect fit.