
Who we are!
Since 1970, Wakefield General Store has been a proud family-owned business, committed to producing and delivering fresh, healthy food to our customers. What began as a humble venture has grown into a cherished cornerstone of our community, rooted in a passion for quality and care. For over five decades, we’ve worked tirelessly to source the finest ingredients and craft wholesome offerings that nourish both body and spirit. At Wakefield General Store, we believe in more than just food—we’re here to build connections, support local traditions, and provide a welcoming space for all.
We take pride in our deep ties to the community, contributing to initiatives that make a difference. Each year, we partner with the Wakefield Community Emergency Fund (WCEF) for our Christmas campaign, spreading warmth and support during the holiday season. Beyond that, we’re honored to collaborate with local farms and producers who share our commitment to quality and sustainability. From Roots & Shoots and Pleine Lune to Bayview Farms, Saveurs des Monts, and Coprin Mushroom Man, we bring you the best in fresh produce, alongside local honey and maple syrup—flavors that reflect the richness of our region.
Join us on this journey and explore our story at wakefieldgeneralstore.ca, or connect with us on Facebook!
“We would like to acknowledge that the land we reside, operate, and profit on is the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation.”
A walk down memory lane!
Time-travel alert: Let’s rewind to 1927! 🤩
The R.S. Chamberlin Store—now the fully revamped Wakefield General Store—has been a community rockstar for nearly a century. 📖 It all kicked off with Daniel Morrison in the early 1900s, until Rufus Chamberlin swooped in by 1923, turning it into Wakefield village’s go-to gem. ❣️
📸 Flashback photo time! Back row, left to right: Gordon Nesbitt, the store’s unsung hero; Rufus Chamberlin, the big boss; and Harrison Cross, the 19-or-20-year-old hustler. Front row steals the show with Elsie Chamberlin, a spunky 14-or-15-year-old, joined by Hans Geggie and Reg Clarke (identities double-checked by the one and only Elsie Chamberlin Stephenson!).
History’s got some serious swagger, right? Wishing you all a blast of a weekend!
Big thanks to the Gatineau Valley Historical Society for the epic photo and scoop!
