TORONTO — Some Tim Hortons locations have increased prices on their breakfast menus, its parent company said Friday, but made no connection to the minimum wage controversy that’s landed the brand in hot water. Some Ontario Tim Hortons franchisees eliminated paid breaks, fully-covered health and dental plans, and other perks for their workers, changes that came to light after a letter from the owners of two Cobourg, Ont., franchisees circulated on social media. Protesters gathered outside Tim Hortons locations across Ontario this week, with hopes such rallies will send a message to franchisees and parent company Restaurant Brands International. Tim Hortons said individual franchisees are responsible for setting employee wages and benefits, while complying with applicable laws. The Great White North Franchisee Association, which represents half of Canadian Tim Hortons franchisees, said it hoped RBI would lower supply costs, reduce couponing or raise prices.

Source: National Post January 12, 2018 16:07 UTC