All day, your favourite McDonald's order supports families with sick or injured children across Canada
TORONTO, May 6, 2025 /CNW/ - This Thursday your McDonald's order can be more than just a tasty bite; it can also provide essential support for Ronald McDonald House Charities® Canada (RMHC®) and other local children's charities across Canada.
On May 8, McDonald's Canada and its independent franchisees will once again rally communities for McHappy Day®. By participating, you can be a part of supporting families across Canada with sick or injured children. Throughout the day, a portion of all food and beverage sales will directly benefit RMHC and other local children's charities, making it deliciously easy to do good.
"McHappy Day is more than fundraising. It's a celebration of community and an opportunity to support our neighbours," said Marcia Finlayson, McDonald's Canada Franchisee, Markham, Stouffville and Richmond Hill. "Every order, whether it's a tasty Big Mac or a cup of McCafé Premium Roast Coffee, helps make an impact for families right here in our own community."
Here's how you can join the celebration and support McHappy Day:
- Order Your Favourites: Visit any McDonald's restaurant, use the Drive-Thru or place an order through the McDonald's app. Know your food and beverage purchases count towards bringing hope to families.
- Easy McDelivery®: Enjoy a $0 delivery fee* on all McDelivery orders through the McDonald's app, DoorDash, SKIP, and UberEats. A delicious way to give back from the comfort of your home.
- Round Up for Good: Round Up your order total to the nearest dollar at the Drive-Thru, Kiosk, or Front Counter and donate the difference to RMHC
- Purchase McHappy Day Socks or Hearts: Show your support by buying this year's McHappy Day socks in 4 different designs, or paper hearts by donating either $2, $5, or $10 either in-restaurant, at the Drive-Thru or through the McDonald's app.
"Getting involved in McHappy Day is as easy as it is delicious—every bite you take brings support and hope to families with sick or injured children," said Francesca Cardarelli, Chief Marketing Officer, McDonald's Canada. "Feeding and fostering our communities is at the heart of who we are. Beyond McHappy Day, McDonald's Canada and our independent franchisees and guests help support families receiving support from RMHC every single day, by purchasing Happy Meals and RMHC Cookies, as well as through coin box and kiosk donations."
Be A Part of RMHC's Story
Over the past 30 years, an incredible $100M+ has been raised through McHappy Day in support of children and families in local communities across Canada. These funds have been critical in helping RMHC support nearly half a million families with sick or injured children to date, ensuring families can stay close to their child receiving critical medical treatment.
Despite this incredible outpouring of support from the community, the demand for RMHC's vital programs is on the rise. Today, RMHC is unable to support up to 4 out of 5 families who need the Ronald McDonald House program due to lack of space or no available location.
By participating in McHappy Day, you empower RMHC to extend its reach to even more families in need of support. So, bring your appetite, Canada, and head to your nearest McDonald's restaurant on May 8 for an unmissable day to do good.
*Other delivery-related fees and taxes still apply; small order fee may apply. Limit one redemption per user. See the applicable app for details.
About McDonald's Canada
In 1967, Canada welcomed the first McDonald's restaurant to Richmond, British Columbia. Today, McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited has become part of the Canadian fabric, with McDonald's restaurants serving nearly two million guests every day and employing almost 100,000 people across Canada. More than 90 per cent of McDonald's 1,450 Canadian restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent franchisees, with the remaining restaurants corporately owned and operated by McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited. Of the almost $2 billion spent on food and paper by McDonald's restaurants, over 80 per cent is purchased from suppliers in Canada. For more information on McDonald's Canada, visit mcdonalds.ca.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) Canada
In Canada, two out of three families live outside a city with a children's hospital and must travel for treatment if their child is seriously ill or injured. The impact of RMHC across Canada is far reaching as today, 1 in 4 Canadians have either stayed with RMHC or know someone who has. More than a place to stay, RMHC program locations across Canada give families the support and resources they need so they can focus on what matters most – caring for their child. The 16 Ronald McDonald House® programs provide out-of-town families with holistic support and services such as meal, mental health and wellness programming, while the 19 Ronald McDonald Family Room® programs provide a comfortable place for families to rest, recharge and fuel without having to leave the hospital. For more information, please visit rmhccanada.ca
SOURCE McDonald's Canada
For further information: Canada Impact Team, McDonald's Canada [email protected]
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