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A&W Canada Celebrates 15th Annual Burgers to Beat MS Day in Support of MS Canada on August 17

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Monday, July 17, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, July 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Time to get your burger fix for a good cause, Canada, because A&W's annual Burgers to Beat MS Day is returning for its 15th year.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, July 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Time to get your burger fix for a good cause, Canada, because A&W's annual Burgers to Beat MS Day is returning for its 15th year.
  • On August 17, A&W will donate $2 from every Teen Burger sold across the country to MS Canada to directly and positively impact Canadians living with multiple sclerosis (MS).
  • Donations to MS Canada through Burgers to Beat MS can be made starting today.
  • The partnership between A&W Canada and MS Canada began in 2008 and its first pilot in Saskatchewan raised more than $40,000.

A&W's All-New Frozen Lemonade will be your new main beverage squeeze this summer

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Monday, July 10, 2023

Lemo-made with real lemon juice, A&W's Frozen Lemonade lineup is available at all A&W Brew Bar® locations across Canada this summer

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  • Lemo-made with real lemon juice, A&W's Frozen Lemonade lineup is available at all A&W Brew Bar® locations across Canada this summer
    VANCOUVER, BC, July 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Indulge in a refreshingly elevated twist on a summer classic with A&W Canada's three new mouth-watering and zesty Frozen Lemonades – Classic Frozen Lemonade, Sweet Cream Frozen Lemonade and Strawberry Frozen Lemonade.
  • Everything you crave about the classic lemonade summer beverage, now in a delightfully frozen package.
  • Our new Frozen Lemonades perfectly capture the essence of summer, with zesty lemon flavour, perfectly balanced sweetness, and a frosty frozen touch.
  • Get ready to quench your summer thirst with A&W Brew Bar's new Frozen Lemonade lineup, available at Brew Bar locations across Canada for a limited time.

ENNISMORE CONTINUES TO GROW ITS COLLECTION OF STRATEGIC PARTNERS VIA A COLLABORATION WITH BEVERAGE COMPANY OLIPOP

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Monday, May 15, 2023

NEW YORK, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, is pleased to reveal a new multi-year partnership with viral soda brand OLIPOP, the fastest growing refrigerated functional beverage brand in America. The partnership kicked off in February at the 2023 Miami Food and Wine Festival.

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  • The partnership kicked off in February at the 2023 Miami Food and Wine Festival.
  • Michele Caniato, Chief Partnerships Officer & EVP of Brand Marketing, Ennismore, says, "We are always eager to bring new and innovative products to our guests.
  • Ennismore is committed to wellness and we feel OLIPOP is changing the landscape of better-for-you beverage by offering a soda that is not only delicious but also functional, so this partnership truly is the perfect collaboration."
  • Ennismore continues to expand its strategic partnerships with international brands – including Fortune 500 - across automotive, communications, beverage, and financial services to deliver innovative and bespoke benefits, products, and experiences.

Restaurant Veteran Brings First A&W To Niagara Falls, NY

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Friday, April 14, 2023

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y., April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Niagara Falls, NY thanks to 52-year old restaurant veteran, Muhammad Shoaib, who has an extensive background in the culinary industry. Shoaib currently owns 15 restaurants with different brands. Now, he is expanding that portfolio even further with the ownership of A&W, the iconic franchise brand that is known for its A&W Root Beer served in an iconic frosty mug.

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  • NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y., April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Niagara Falls, NY thanks to 52-year old restaurant veteran, Muhammad Shoaib, who has an extensive background in the culinary industry.
  • "According to the NY State Governor's office, Niagara Falls State Park enjoyed over 9 million visitors last year alone.
  • We don't have any A&W's in Niagara Falls and so many tourists are coming to this area.
  • The new Niagara Falls location is part of A&W's plan to award 26 units to franchisees in 2023 and open 10 new locations.

Charlotte Residents who Invested in Multi-Unit, Multi-Brand Franchises During the Pandemic are Bringing A&W Restaurants to the Rock Hill Area

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

ROCK HILL, S.C., Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Rock Hill in the local Walmart at 4875 Old York Rd Rock Hill, SC 29732 on February 6th. Multi-unit and multi-brand franchisees, Ronald and Nadyne Jennings, are expanding with the A&W family by signing a three-unit deal for the North and South Carolina markets. A&W's new Rock Hill and Charlotte area locations mark the fast-growing franchise brand's expansion of restaurants in the Carolinas, and the first location system-wide to open within a Walmart location.

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  • ROCK HILL, S.C., Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Rock Hill in the local Walmart at 4875 Old York Rd Rock Hill, SC 29732 on February 6th.
  • A&W's new Rock Hill and Charlotte area locations mark the fast-growing franchise brand's expansion of restaurants in the Carolinas, and the first location system-wide to open within a Walmart location.
  • Ronald and Nadyne Jennings are bringing A&W, an iconic favorite, back to share with families who've never experienced the brand before.
  • We are confident that we are bringing to Rock Hill an American favorite that everybody in the family can enjoy," said Ronald.

A&W Restaurants Ranked Among the Top Franchises in Entrepreneur's Highly Competitive Franchise 500®

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. The 44th annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500® is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the 2023 Franchise 500® ranks A&W as number 210 for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

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  • LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.
  • The 44th annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500® is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry.
  • Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranking order.
  • Over its 44 years in existence, the Franchise 500® has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for potential franchisees.

Local Business Owner and Long-time A&W Franchisee to Open Altoona, Wisconsin's First A&W On January 10th

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

ALTOONA, Wis., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Altoona at 2870 Woodman Dr. Altoona, WI 54720 on January 10th. Dee Wells and her husband own two A&W locations in Withee and Spencer. Their success, trust, and love for the brand has led them to open a new A&W location in Altoona, with additional plans to expand throughout the area.

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  • Together, Dee and John have owned and operated a car wash and a gas station with a convenience store.
  • After seeing success with her first two A&W restaurants, Wells decided to open two more locations in the area.
  • She plans to open the first one in Altoona on January 10th and another location in Cadott by the end of May.
  • The new Altoona location is part of A&W's plan to award 25 units to franchisees in 2022 and open 12 new locations.

Huntington National Bank and Magnusmode Collaborate to Enhance the Banking Experience for Autistic and Neurodiverse People

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntington National Bank, a subsidiary of Huntington Bancshares, Incorporated (Nasdaq: HBAN), announced a new collaboration with MagnusCards by Magnusmode, a free app that provides digital, step-by-step visual guides in the form of Card Decks to make everyday experiences easier to navigate for autistic and neurodiverse people. Each digital Card Deck combines educational methods, visual instruction, personal assistance from Magnusmode, and realistic scenarios to support inclusive and independent living.

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  • Each digital Card Deck combines educational methods, visual instruction, personal assistance from Magnusmode, and realistic scenarios to support inclusive and independent living.
  • Huntington Bank is proud to team up with Magnusmode to help bring practical tools to autistic and neurodiverse people.
  • Our relationship helps us achieve our vision to be the leading 'people-first, digitally powered' bank for all customers," said Steve Steinour, chairman, president and CEO, Huntington Bank.
  • "It also brings me great pride that Huntington's Autism2Work program ensures autistic and neurodiverse people feel welcomed at Huntington.

Multi-Unit Operators Opening Fourth A&W in Belleville on October 17th

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

BELLEVILLE, Ill., Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Belleville at 648 Carlyle Ave on October 17th. The new restaurant is part of a four-unit development deal that was recently completed with Jim Sprill and Jim Sprick to expand the brand across Illinois.

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  • BELLEVILLE, Ill., Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A&W Restaurants, the classic American franchise, is coming to Belleville at 648 Carlyle Ave on October 17th.
  • Sprick and Sill, who were introduced to each other by a mutual friend, each recognized the other's passion for business.
  • "We are fortunate to be growing quickly with operators like Sprill and Sprick," said A&W Sr. Director of Franchise Development John Palumbo.
  • The new Belleville location is part of A&W's plan to award 25 units to franchisees in 2022 and open 12 new locations.

Whirlpool Brand and Magnusmode Collaborate to Assist Autistic and Neurodiverse Canadians Navigate Home-based Skills

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Monday, October 3, 2022

Whirlpool brand and Magnusmode announce collaboration during Autism Acceptance Month, launching 10 Home Care digital guides, making domestic activities more accessible for autistic and neurodiverse people.

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  • Whirlpool brand and Magnusmode announce collaboration during Autism Acceptance Month, launching 10 Home Care digital guides, making domestic activities more accessible for autistic and neurodiverse people.
  • TORONTO, Oct. 3, 2022 /CNW/ - Today, Whirlpool brand announces collaboration with Magnusmode, a social enterprise leveraging technology to help autistic and neurodiverse people gain independence in their daily lives.
  • "We are thrilled to collaborate with Whirlpool brand to provide Home Care Card Decks for autistic and neurodiverse Canadians," says Nadia Hamilton, Founder and President of Magnusmode.
  • "Whirlpool brand is committed to helping families thrive," says Janice Ryder, Senior Manager of Brand Experience at Whirlpool Canada.