Tim Hortons Drops Non-Dairy Milk Surcharge in Canada and the US

Tim Hortons has decided to remove the surcharge for plant-based milk in both Canada and the US, aligning with other major chains like Starbucks and Dutch Bros Coffee. This move comes after advocacy efforts from organizations such as Switch4Good, PETA, and Mercy For Animals, who have long opposed the additional charges on ethical, environmental, and dietary grounds. Customers at nearly 4,000 Tim Hortons locations across North America will no longer face extra fees for choosing plant-based alternatives in their drinks.

Animal rights groups like PETA and Mercy For Animals have celebrated the decision, with PETA sending Tim Hortons vegan chocolates in appreciation. They emphasize the ethical concerns surrounding the dairy industry, highlighting the separation of cows from their calves for milk production. The change at Tim Hortons, Canada's largest coffee chain, is seen as an important precedent, and other major Canadian coffee brands are encouraged to follow suit in ensuring that plant-based options are equally accessible to all customers.