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Tim Hortons

Coffee shop and deli

The restaurant that became Tim Horton's got its start in Hamilton, Ontario, in 1964. By 1967, Ron Joyce, a franchisee of that company, had started an additional three stores, and he and Tim Horton, a National Hockey League legend, became official partners. In 1974, Horton was killed in a car accident and Joyce became sole owner of the company. Tim Hortons merged with Wendy's International Inc. in 1995 and has more than 1,800 locations in Canada and the United States.

The goal of Tim Hortons in the United States is to duplicate the same commitment to product quality, value, cleanliness, customer service and community leadership that has been established in Canada by our affiliate, The TDL Group Corp. These basic principles are best executed by owner/operators who are dedicated entirely to the hands-on operation of their Tim Hortons restaurants, and are supported by an extensive range of services provided by Tim Hortons and its affiliated companies.

As of July 2005, there are over 260 Tim Hortons locations in the United States. These are situated in Michigan, Ohio, New York, West Virginia, Kentucky, Maine, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. Future expansion and opportunities will continue in these markets for the next several years.

We are also actively seeking franchise applications for the province of Quebec where we anticipate strong future growth.

Please Note: The operators of Tim Hortons, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Tim Hortons website.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Tim Hortons Franchises?

Total Investment: $409,200-$665,700
Initial Franchise Fee: $35,000
Royalty Fee: 2.5% to 4.5 %
Advertising Fee: 4%
Term of Agreement: 10 years

How to contact Tim Hortons

Tim Hortons News

Tim Hortons Set To Open In Big Apple
Janet Whitman of the Financial Post writes that after a 25-year battle to make inroads in the biggest fast-food market in the world, Tim Hortons Inc. is set to open up a new U. S. front in August when it takes its double-doubles into the heart of New York City's coffee wars. The iconic Canadi... more

Tim Hortons' Toughest Foe
Megan Khatcha-dourian likes the Tim Hortons ads she's seen on TV and she's got a shop near her home here where she can stop in to grab her morning cup of coffee. But she's only tried it once. "I'm a Dunkin' Donuts girl," says the American Civil Liberties Union employee... more

Our Scholarship Program Could Help You Get There
As an employee of Tim Hortons you are a valuable part of the team. That is why your local Tim Hortons Store Owners are proud to offer you and your children/grandchildren the chance to apply for the Team Tim Hortons Scholarship Program. Our Team Tim Hortons Scholarship Program is designed to recog... more

Tim Hortons Franchise Coming To Liberty Building
Tim Hortons will score a hat trick in downtown Buffalo by the end of the year, with the opening of its third eatery along Main Street. The popular Canadian coffee and doughnut chain will locate a restaurant on the ground floor of the Liberty Building, at the corner of Main and Court streets. Patr... more

Tdl group to expand kingston distribution facility 
The  TDL  Group  (Tim  Horton's)  and  the  Kingston  Economic  Development Corporation (KEDCO) are pleased to announce  the expansion of  the TDL  Distribution Centre located in Kingston.  This multi­million dollar  investment will double  the  size of  the warehouse  in Kingston  (from 20,... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Tim Hortons open? 1964
When did Tim Hortons start Franchising? 1965

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2003	134	2176	0	63
2002	0	0	0	0
2001	140	2060	0	120
2000	125	1880	0	120
1999	102	1630	0	256

Expansion Plans

United States: Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Rhode Island, Virginia, Wisconsin,

International: Canada,

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	No
Equipment	No	No
Inventory	No	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Support
Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations

Marketing
Ad slicks, Regional advertising

Business Operations

58% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 25 - 30

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

Marketing skills

Track record of success

3 Other Franchises in this Family

• Baja Fresh Mexican Grill
• La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill
• Wendy's

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