Tim Hortons Inc. Announces Timing of Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Results &
Conference Call

OAKVILLE, ON, Oct. 14 /CNW/ - Tim Hortons Inc. (NYSE: THI, TSX: THI) today announced the timing of its third quarter 2009 earnings results and conference call.

The Company plans to release its third quarter results before the market opens on Friday, October 30th, 2009 . A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. (EDT ). The dial-in number is [phone] or [phone]. No access code is required. A simultaneous web cast will be available at www.timhortons-invest.com. A presentation supporting the call will be available at this web site under the Events and Presentations section. The call will be archived at this site for a period of one-year and will also be available under the Events and Presentations section. A replay of the call will be available for a period of one week and can be accessed at [phone] or [phone]. The call replay reservation number is 21440280.

Tim Hortons Inc. Overview

Tim Hortons is the fourth largest publicly-traded quick service restaurant chain in North America based on market capitalization, and the largest in Canada . Tim Hortons appeals to a broad range of consumer tastes, with a menu that includes premium coffee and donuts, flavored cappuccinos, specialty teas, home-style soups, fresh sandwiches, wraps and fresh baked goods. As of June 28th, 2009 , Tim Hortons had 3,475 systemwide restaurants, including 2,939 in Canada and 536 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]