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Still Canadian... and always will be. All-American doughnutCalgary Herald April 4, 2004 Re: "Tim Horton, at least, spells his name right," Don Braid, Opinion, April 1. Don Braid is incorrect in stating that Tim Hortons is Canadian. Tim Hortons is owned by the American fast-food giant Wendy's International Inc. So, for all of you who think that you're supporting a Canadian-owned business by standing in long lines at Tim Hortons, you're actually waiting in line to support an American one instead. Andrea Marchand Calgary There is nothing worse than reading letters to the editor by people who have NO idea what they are talking about. FYI Ms Andrea Marchand, Tim Hortons originated in CANADA in 1964. Their 300th store opened in Calgary in 1987. In 1995, Tim Hortons merged with Wendy's International, Inc. While Tim Hortons continues to operate as a separate entity, the merger provided a new focus for the expansion of the Tim Hortons concept in the United States. The Canadian operation is 95% franchise owned and operated. In October of 1999, the very first Tim Hortons store re-opened after renovations, unveiling a special plaque and signage commemorating the historic site. Ottawa Street in Hamilton, Ontario is honorarily renamed �Tim Hortons Way�. Now really, would Americans name a street after a doughnut chain? Thinking not. Tim Hortons IS Canadian through and through. Posted by Bella at 6:39 PM# 0 Comments:
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