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Daily Synopsis: July 29, 2026

Retail Insider - July 29, 2026

Bay Street Video thrives after 33 years as people rediscover DVDs, HEAL Wellness opening first Victoria location, Vancouver bakery proposes 30 storey hotel project, Vancouver 'Villages' plan scrapped, Union claims Alberta flags in Sobeys stores promote separatism as grievance is filed, and other news.

Tim Hortons to launch Harry Potter-themed menu, merchandise and promotions Aug. 12

Mario Toneguzzi - July 29, 2026

The limited-time campaign will add themed food and beverages, collectible merchandise, special packaging, an in-store trivia event and a national contest, expanding the company's seasonal promotional offerings through collaborations tied to a major entertainment brand.

Tim Hortons launches handcrafted matcha beverage lineup across Canada

Mario Toneguzzi - July 23, 2026

The launch adds five matcha-based drinks to the chain's menu and marks the company's latest product introduction aimed at broadening beverage options beyond its traditional coffee and tea offerings.

Tim Hortons Camp Day raises $12.7 million for youth charity

Mario Toneguzzi - July 22, 2026

The company said the annual fundraiser, held July 15, brings the total amount raised through Camp Day since its launch to $287.7 million.

Tim Hortons’ Camp Day returns July 15 with coffee sales supporting youth charity

Mario Toneguzzi - July 9, 2026

The restaurant chain said the one-day fundraising initiative has raised more than $275 million since expanding nationally in 1991 to support the foundation's youth development programs.

Retail Insider “Food Service Report”: Scale, Value and New Formats Reshape Canadian Restaurants

Lee Rivett - July 8, 2026

Retail Insider’s Q2 2026 Canadian Food Service Report examines resilient restaurant spending, tougher traffic competition, franchise platform growth, value-led QSR strategy, coffee and breakfast pressure, and the growing role of food halls, mixed-use projects and flexible formats.

Q2 2026 Canadian Food Service: Scale, Value and New Formats

Craig Patterson - July 7, 2026

Canadian food service remained resilient in Q2 2026 as operators competed for traffic through value offers, franchise growth, coffee competition, wellness concepts, menu upgrades, and new real estate formats.

From The Desk: Retail Reinvention Through Experience, Sustainability and Strategic Growth

Craig Patterson - May 31, 2026

This week’s retail insights show Canadian brands expanding thoughtfully with experiential stores, circular economy initiatives, and strategic hiring amid recessionary ...

Daily Synopsis: May 27, 2026

Retail Insider - May 27, 2026

Lululemon reaches agreement with Chip Wilson over board nominees, thrift store popularity up, Longo's opening in King City, Shein accused of stealing Indigenous designs, and other news.

Tim Hortons moves to defend market share as Dunkin’ plans Canadian return: Video with Bruce Winder

Mario Toneguzzi - May 27, 2026

The company’s pledge to hire 10,000 local workers may help improve public perception while addressing high youth unemployment.

Tim Hortons launches campaign to hire 10,000 local people, addresses Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Mario Toneguzzi - May 25, 2026

Tim Hortons is the largest restaurant chain in Canada, with 4,000 restaurants – more restaurants per capita than any other brand anywhere in the world.

Daily Synopsis: May 22, 2026

Retail Insider - May 24, 2026

Canadians making more trips with smaller baskets at the grocery store, questions about future of downtown Vancouver Hudson's Bay, Sobeys debuts new store concept in Welland ON, dollar store opens in Elliott Lake, and other news.

Tim Hortons to build or renovate 480 restaurants across the country

Mario Toneguzzi - May 22, 2026

Canadian restaurant owners are investing $270 million, in addition to Tim Hortons corporate investing an additional $130 million.

Dunkin’ Return to Canada Signals New Coffee War

Sylvain Charlebois - May 13, 2026

Dunkin’ is returning to Canada under Foodtastic, reigniting competition in a coffee market long dominated by Tim Hortons and increasingly shaped by shifting consumer habits.

Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign raises record $23.3 million for local charities

Mario Toneguzzi - May 7, 2026

The latest fundraising total brings the campaign’s cumulative amount raised since its launch in 1996 to more than $174 million.

adidas Canada partnering with Tim Hortons Timbits Soccer

Mario Toneguzzi - April 28, 2026

adidas Canada has announced a multi-year partnership with Tim Hortons as the official jersey partner for the Timbits Soccer program.

Tim Hortons launching its second collab with Ryan Reynolds (Video)

Mario Toneguzzi - March 21, 2026

Ryan's Signature Donut features a new soft and fluffy donut recipe, coated in a rich buttery glaze and hand-finished with a drizzle of icing that's made with maple syrup.

Tim Hortons partners with Canadian Paralympic Team

Mario Toneguzzi - March 6, 2026

The partnership furthers Tim Hortons long-standing commitment to supporting sport and Canadian athletes, including investments in getting kids active like the Timbits Hockey and Soccer programs.

Tim Hortons brings back Roll Up The Rim on cups for 40th anniversary contest

Mario Toneguzzi - February 18, 2026

The company said more than 30 million prizes are available this year through cup rolls and digital play.

Tim Hortons Upgrades Muffins, Espresso and Drinks

Lee Rivett - February 13, 2026

Tim Hortons announces English muffin improvements, new espresso machines and fountain drink rollout as part of its back-to-basics strategy.

Tim Hortons raises $1.3 million through Special Olympics Donuts, with 100% of proceeds donated to Special Olympics Canada

Mario Toneguzzi - February 9, 2026

The funds raised from Special Olympics Donuts support year-round, inclusive sport programs for more than 40,000 athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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