Our story
Rooted in nature. Close to people.
Our family business has been part of the
Outaouais region since
A love of nature and care for the people who call this planet home continue to shape how we learn, make choices and welcome one another.
Nature gives us reasons to
pay attention.
It changes with the seasons. It reminds us to
stay curious, notice what matters and care
for the people who share this place with us.
The people behind the story
Carried forward, together.
You can walk in with a question and talk it through with someone who knows the shelves. The Gagné family is part of that, alongside the people who help visitors every day.
- Founders
- Richard and Rachelle Gagné
- Second generation
- Nicolas Gagné, CEO · Véronique Gagné, Operations Manager
- In our stores
- Naturopaths and health advisors
Bring your label, your list or your questions. Our naturopaths and health advisors help you compare options and choose at your own pace.
Ask our team a question
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Nature taught us to slow down
and pay attention. We bring that
to every label we read and every
person we meet.
Our roots
Rooted in Nature Since
For over four decades, Win in Health has been more than a business—it is a family tradition passed down through generations. Founded in 1984, our story began with a simple, enduring conviction: personal well-being is inseparable from the health of our planet.
What started as a family passion for sustainable living has grown into a trusted destination for those seeking to live in harmony with the natural rhythms of the Earth.
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The first store opens
A family passion for natural living becomes a place where the community can ask questions, learn and choose with care.
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Built together
Richard and Rachelle continue growing the business side by side, grounding every expansion in personal advice and a family welcome.
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2002–2003A new chapter takes shape
A new location rises from the ground and opens its doors—more room for products, guidance and the community that had grown with us.
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New warehouse and headquarters
At 470 Chemin Industriel, a new home creates more room to serve the region and carry the family story forward.
The Win in Health Standard
Curated quality. Local roots.
In our aisles and at wininhealth.com, every product has a reason for being there.
From focused natural health products to everyday foods and grocery staples for different tastes and budgets, we choose for quality, clarity and usefulness—not simply for variety.
Featured brands include AOR, Natural Factors, New Roots Herbal, Host Defense, Clef des Champs, Alterra Herbasanté, Pure Lab Vitamins, CanPrev, Attitude, Genestra, St Francis Herb Farm, Botanica, Carlson, SISU, Flora, Green Beaver, Organika, Land Art, Metagenics, Nordic Naturals, Genuine Health, Purica, Léo Désilets, Omega Alpha, Enerex, Prairie Naturals, Pure Encapsulations, Douglas Laboratories and Progressive.
Product quality
Confidence starts with the label.
For products regulated as natural health products, the eight-digit Natural Product Number is our baseline. An NPN means Health Canada has authorized the product for sale after reviewing evidence for safety, efficacy and quality under its recommended conditions of use.
Canada’s Natural Health Products Regulations have been in force since 2004. Our team adds another layer through careful ingredient review, label reading and practical guidance.
Local roots
Proudly Québécois & Canadian.
Whenever quality and availability align, we prioritize makers closer to home—producers, growers, formulators and innovators whose standards reflect our own. Local sourcing keeps more expertise and investment in our communities and can shorten the journey from maker to shelf.
- Support local expertiseHelp Québec and Canadian businesses, artisans and innovators keep building here.
- Shorten the journeyChoose regional supply when it can replace a longer-distance alternative.
- Look beyond geographySeek responsible ingredients, packaging and production—not a postal code alone.
Partners & contributors
In good company.
No family business grows alone. These organizations help us keep our shelves stocked, our standards high and our roots planted firmly in Gatineau.
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Manufacturing
LSL Pharma Group
The Québec laboratory group behind Vitarub, our own analgesic cream.
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Retail network
Health First Network
A Canada-wide network of independently owned natural health stores. We’re proud members.
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Industry association
Canadian Health Food Association
Canada’s largest trade association for natural, organic and wellness products. We’re proud members.
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Local development
ID Gatineau
The City of Gatineau’s business development corporation, our local partner and advisor.
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Management systems
Surfagest
The management software that runs our inventory and accounting.
Visit us
Two stores, one welcome.
Explore our full selection at the Store & Warehouse, or pick up your everyday favourites at the Boutique. The same family advice waits at both.
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Our headquarters
Store & Warehouse
Our complete inventory in every size, with bulk savings and pickup seven days a week.
- Address
- 470 Chemin Industriel
Gatineau, QC J8R 0J9 - Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 am – 6 pm · Sat 9 am – 5 pm · Sun 10 am – 5 pm
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Inside Club d’Eau Plus
The Boutique
A curated selection of our best sellers, close to home, for the everyday essentials you reach for most.
- Address
- 640 Boulevard de la Gappe
Gatineau, QC J8T 7S8 - Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 am – 6 pm · Sat 9 am – 4 pm · Sun closed
Good to know
Questions we hear often.
Quick answers about our family, our stores and how we choose what goes on our shelves.
When was Win in Health founded, and who owns it?
Win in Health was founded in 1984 by Richard and Rachelle Gagné in the Outaouais region of Québec. It is still family-owned: Nicolas Gagné is CEO and Véronique Gagné is Operations Manager.
Are Win in Health and Gagné en Santé the same company?
Yes. Win in Health is the English name of Gagné en Santé: the same family, the same team and the same two stores in Gatineau. Our French website is gagneensante.com.
Where are your stores in Gatineau?
We have two. The Store & Warehouse, our headquarters, is at 470 Chemin Industriel, Gatineau, QC J8R 0J9, and carries our complete inventory. The Boutique is inside Club d’Eau Plus at 640 Boulevard de la Gappe, Gatineau, QC J8T 7S8, and carries our best sellers.
What are your store hours?
Store & Warehouse: Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm, Saturday 9 am to 5 pm, Sunday 10 am to 5 pm. The Boutique: Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm, Saturday 9 am to 4 pm, closed Sunday.
What do you sell?
Natural health products, vitamins and supplements, natural body care, everyday foods and grocery staples, from makers such as Natural Factors, AOR, CanPrev, New Roots Herbal, Organika and St Francis Herb Farm. Whenever quality and availability align, we prioritize Québec and Canadian makers.
Are your natural health products licensed by Health Canada?
For products regulated as natural health products, an eight-digit Natural Product Number (NPN) is our baseline. An NPN means Health Canada has authorized the product for sale after reviewing evidence for safety, efficacy and quality under its recommended conditions of use.
Can I get advice before I buy?
Yes. Naturopaths and health advisors work in our stores. Bring your label, your list or your questions and they will help you compare options and choose at your own pace. You can also ask our team a question online.
Can I order online and pick up in store?
Yes. Shop at wininhealth.com, choose pickup at the Store & Warehouse and collect your order any day of the week, as soon as it’s ready.
Our mission
Inspiring healthier lives and a greener world, one conscious choice at a time.
Our values
- EducationWe share what we know, so every choice is an informed one.
- QualityOnly the best nature has to offer earns a place on our shelves.
- SustainabilityWe care for the planet in every choice, for generations to come.
- Local partnersWe work with Québec and Canadian producers who share our vision.