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5 Montreal Tim Hortons locations got hit with thousands in health inspection fines in 2025

If you grab your morning coffee at Tim Hortons, you might want to know that several Montreal branches were fined for hygiene issues this past year.

Public records released by the Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ) show that five different Tim Hortons locations on the island were found guilty of food safety violations linked to inspections carried out in 2023 and 2024, with court judgments issued in 2024 and 2025. Two of the restaurants were fined twice in 2025 for repeated issues, and a few have since ceased operations under the operator responsible at the time.

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A Montreal Tim Hortons was hit with $6k in health inspection fines this year

A Tim Hortons in Montreal's east end has been slapped with a total of $6,000 in fines, according to Quebec's food safety regulator, the Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ).

Court records show the Rivière-des-Prairies franchise, located at 7950 Henri-Bourassa Blvd. East, was found guilty in two separate cases linked to inspections carried out in 2024. While the judgments landed this year, the violations themselves date back to last winter's checks.

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Tim Hortons just raised its coffee prices and Canadians are pissed

Tim Hortons has officially raised its coffee prices for the first time in three years, and Canadians aren't exactly raising a cup in celebration.

This week, the chain confirmed that the cost of brewed coffee went up by about three cents per cup, citing inflation, supply costs, and new U.S. tariffs as part of the reason. But judging from how people are reacting online, the explanation isn't going down as smoothly as a double-double.

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I tried Tim Hortons' new Thanksgiving Stack sandwich and I'm not feeling very thankful

Thanksgiving came early at Tim Hortons this year.

Canada's favourite coffee chain just launched a new seasonal sandwich that piles classic fall flavours, like turkey, cranberry, and stuffing, onto a toasted potato bun. Called the Thanksgiving Stack, it's the latest addition to Tim Hortons' hot sandwich lineup, following the Supreme Stack that debuted earlier this summer.

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Tim Hortons is joining forces with Canadian Tire & it could shake up your daily coffee run

Two of Canada's biggest brands are about to make your daily shopping habits more rewarding.

Earlier this week, Tim Hortons and Canadian Tire announced a new loyalty partnership that will officially launch in 2026. The deal will connect Tim's Rewards and Triangle Rewards, meaning Canadians will be able to link their accounts and earn extra perks just by grabbing their usual order at Tim's.

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Canadians revealed which discontinued Tim Hortons menu items they wish would come back

As one of the biggest fast food companies in the country, Tim Hortons has made a lot of changes to its menu over the years, but not all of them have been hits. Some of the coffee chain's fan favourites quietly disappeared, while others were replaced with new creations that just didn't measure up. For plenty of people, the cravings for those long-lost treats never really went away.

With that in mind, we recently asked MTL Blog readers which discontinued Tim Hortons menu items they still miss the most, and the comment section quickly turned into a nostalgia trip. From donuts that were gone too soon to savoury dishes that deserve a second chance, here are some of the top picks locals say they'd love to see return to the menu.

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A massive Tim Hortons lawsuit was just approved and some Quebecers could get over $74K

A class action lawsuit against Tim Hortons has officially been authorized in Quebec, and it could lead to significant compensation for customers who received a misleading email during the 2024 Roll Up to Win contest.

The case, filed by Montreal law firm LPC Avocats, centres on an incident in March and April 2024, when roughly 500,000 people received an email from an official Tim Hortons address claiming they'd won a brand-new powerboat and trailer worth $64,000. The messages, complete with recipients' names, appeared authentic, and many believed they had won.

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These 2 Montreal Tim Hortons were slapped with $1000+ fines for sanitation violations

Two Montreal Tim Hortons locations recently found themselves in hot water, facing hefty fines for violating sanitation and food safety regulations.

The first incident occurred back on January 12, 2024, when a surprise inspection by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) revealed sanitation violations at the Tim Hortons located at 7950 Boulevard Henri-Bourassa East. During the inspection, MAPAQ found that the restaurant failed to maintain proper cleanliness, with issues related to pests, including rodents and insects. As a result, the franchise was slapped with a $2,000 fine. The ruling, handed down by the Montreal Municipal Court on March 24, 2025, confirmed the fine, citing that the premises must be free of contaminants, pollutants, and any type of pests or their droppings.

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Is Tim Hortons still Canadian? The answer isn't so simple

As a potential trade war between Canada and the United States looms, many Canadians are flexing their buying power to support homegrown businesses while steering clear of American brands.

Luckily, coffee is one thing most people don't have to think twice about. After all, Tim Hortons has thousands of locations across the country and proudly slaps maple leaves on all its branding.

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Tim Hortons is bringing back Roll Up cups and Canadians are losing it

Following a weekend dominated by trade war tensions, Canadians can at least count on one small victory — thanks to Tim Hortons.

After years of only being able to play Roll Up To Win through the Tim Hortons app, the classic paper roll-up cups are making a comeback in 2025.

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14 Tim Hortons in Quebec were hit with MAPAQ health inspection fines of up to $4,500 in 2024

Whether you're grabbing a breakfast trio or satisfying your sweet tooth, stopping at Tim Hortons is a popular pastime for many Quebecers. But just how sanitary is everyone's favourite morning ritual?

The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation (MAPAQ), which is responsible for the province's health inspections, has fined tens of Tim Hortons locations across Quebec over the past year for infractions ranging from cleanliness issues to improper food handling, temperatures and storage.

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Tim Hortons' holiday menu is here with festive new treats and returning Baileys faves

It's that time of year again: Tim Hortons has unveiled its new holiday menu, and it's packed with both brand-new festive treats and returning holiday favourites.

For 2024, the Tim Hortons holiday menu is bringing back some holiday fan faves, including a whole lineup of non-alcoholic Baileys-flavoured drinks and treats. That's right — you can once again enjoy Baileys-infused favourites like the Baileys Cream Coffee, Baileys Latte, Baileys Cold Brew, Baileys Iced Capp and Baileys Boston Cream Dream Donut, as well as the all-new Baileys Dream Hot Chocolate.

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