Tag: George Cohon
Industry Mourns the Passing of George Cohon, founder of McDonald’s Canada
TORONTO — George Cohon, who founded McDonald’s Canada and helped open the company’s first franchise in Russia, has passed away at the age of...
McHappy Day Back in Support of Children’s Charities
TORONTO — McDonald’s restaurants across the country will celebrate McHappy Day tomorrow in support of Ronald McDonald Houses and other local children’s charities.
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George Cohon Has Built a Legacy That Stands the Test of...
George Cohon loves a challenge. Whether it’s opening the very first McDonald’s in eastern Canada in 1968 and founding McDonald’s Restaurants of Canada, launching...
Industry Leaders Share Hospitality Vision at Pinnacle Awards
TORONTO — Hundreds of members of the foodservice and hospitality industry toasted industry-leading award winners on Friday, as part of Kostuch Media’s 27th-annual Pinnacle...
A&W and Marriott Hotels of Canada Named 2015 Pinnacle Award-winners
TORONTO — A&W Food Services of Canada, Inc. and Marriott Hotels of Canada and will be fêted for their contributions to the industry on...