Local backlash against Tim Hortons continues after benefit cuts

Demonstrators gathered on Wednesday in front of the Tim Hortons franchise on Sparks Street to pressure the restaurant chain to reverse benefit clawbacks implemented after the province’s minimum wage increase went into effect on Jan. 1.
The Ontario Federation of Labour and the Fight for $15 and Fairness Campaign held a joint day of action across the province to denounce the company for eliminating or reducing workers’ benefits such as paid breaks, access to basic drug and dental benef