Tim Hortons Inc. announces plans to webcast Investor Conference

OAKVILLE, ON, March 1 /CNW/ - Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX: THI, NYSE: THI) will broadcast its investor conference on March 5th, 2010 over the internet. The broadcast will commence at 8:30a.m. Eastern Time and conclude at approximately 2:00p.m. Eastern Time.

During the investor conference, the Company plans to communicate its strategic growth plans and financial outlook for 2010, among other topics. A news release will be distributed on March 5th, 2010, prior to commencement of the conference. Investors are invited to access the simultaneous webcast including presentation material by clicking on the Events and Presentations tab at www.timhortons-invest.com. The webcast and supporting presentations will be archived on this site and available for a period of one year.

Tim Hortons Inc. Overview

Tim Hortons is the fourth largest publicly-traded restaurant chain in North America based on market capitalization, and the largest in Canada. Operating in the quick service segment of the restaurant industry, Tim Hortons appeals to a broad range of consumer tastes, with a menu that includes premium coffee, flavored cappuccinos, specialty teas, home-style soups, fresh sandwiches, wraps, hot breakfast sandwiches and fresh baked goods, including our trademark donuts. As of January 3rd, 2010, Tim Hortons had 3,578 systemwide restaurants, including 3,015 in Canada and 563 in the United States. More information about the Company is available at www.timhortons.com.

For further information: Investors: Scott Bonikowsky, [phone] or [email protected]; Media: David Morelli, [phone], or [email protected]