Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign is back, supporting charities in communities across the country, including Centennial Park in Estevan.
It’s one of 550 Canadian charities, hospitals and community programs supported through the annual campaign.
For one week, from Sept. 16-22, restaurant owners donate the full $1 from every freshly baked chocolate chunk Smile Cookie purchased to support charities in their community. Guests can complete a form on the City of Estevan’s website to place pre-orders for Smile Cookies.
This year, Tim Hortons restaurants in Estevan are supporting Centennial Park. The park was established in 1967 to commemorate Canada’s 100th birthday. The newly redesigned Centennial Park will consist of a splash pad, play structure, sunshade and washroom facilities.
“We have lots of families in the central part of the city that children have to cross primary roads to get to play structures. The new play structure that the Smile Cookie campaign will support those kids stay active and help their families have a better quality of life,” said city manager Jeff Ward. “Visitors using the Estevan Leisure Centre will be a step away of a great outdoor space.”
“We’re excited to participate in the Smile Cookie campaign again this year. It’s such a pleasure to partner with the Centennial Park upgrade program that will make an impact in Estevan. Our team members craft each Smile Cookie with care and are proud to serve them to guests who come in throughout the week to support such a great cause,” added Mandy and Ryan Irwin, who are the franchisees of the King Street location, and Dennis and Joanne Willows, the owners of the Fourth Street location.
“The real magic behind the Smile Cookie campaign is the local impact and we’re excited to be able to support local charities, hospitals and community programs again this year. Our guests, restaurant owners and their team members can feel incredibly proud knowing that the money raised during the campaign directly supports local Tim Hortons communities,” said Mike Hancock, the chief operating officer of Tim Hortons.
In 2018, the Smile Cookie campaign raised $7.8 million across Canada. The initiative has grown to become a major fundraising event at Tim Hortons restaurants.
