Form 8-K Tim Hortons Inc. For: Dec 09

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section�13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December�9, 2014

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TIM HORTONS INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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Canada	�	001-32843	�	98-0641955
(State of incorporation)	�	(Commission File Number)	�	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

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874 Sinclair Road, Oakville ON, Canada	�	L6K 2Y1
(Address of principal executive offices)	�	(Zip Code)

(905) 845-6511

(Registrant�s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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x	Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

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�	Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

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�	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

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�	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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Item�5.07

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

On December�9, 2014, Tim Hortons Inc. (�Tim Hortons� or the �Company�) held a special meeting of shareholders (the �Special Meeting�) to vote on the special resolution to approve the arrangement (the �Arrangement�) under Section�192 of the Canada Business Corporation Act pursuant to the Arrangement Agreement and Plan of Merger (the �Arrangement Agreement�), dated August�26, 2014, by and among the Company, Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (�Burger King Worldwide�), Restaurant Brands International Inc., a corporation continued under the laws of Canada (f/k/a 9060669 Canada Inc. and 1011773 B.C. Unlimited Liability Company) (�Restaurant Brands International�), Restaurant Brands International Limited Partnership, a limited partnership organized under the laws of Ontario and wholly owned subsidiary of Restaurant Brands International (f/k/a New Red Canada Limited Partnership and New Red Canada Partnership) (�Partnership�), Blue Merger Sub, Inc., a corporation incorporated under the laws of Delaware and a wholly owned subsidiary of Partnership, and 8997900 Canada Inc., a corporation organized under the laws of Canada and a wholly owned subsidiary of Partnership.

As of November�3, 2014, the record date for the Special Meeting, there were 132,260,239 shares of Company common stock outstanding and entitled to one vote at the Special Meeting. At the Special Meeting, a total of 84,575,509 shares of Company common stock, representing approximately 63.95% of outstanding shares entitled to vote, were present in person or by proxy, constituting a quorum to conduct business.

The Arrangement was approved by the requisite vote of the Company�s shareholders. The final voting result is described below. For more information regarding the Arrangement, see the joint information statement/circular of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the �SEC�) and Canadian securities regulators on November�5, 2014.

Shares were voted as follows:

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For:	�	%	�	Against:	�	%
83,885,239	�	99.18	�	689,942	�	0.82

On December�9, 2014, Tim Hortons and Burger King Worldwide issued a press release announcing the preliminary result of the Special Meeting. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.

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Item�8.01

Other Events.

On December�9, 2014, Tim Hortons and Burger King Worldwide issued a joint press release announcing, among other things, the approval of the Arrangement by the Company�s shareholders, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 hereto, and is incorporated into this report by reference. And on December 10, 2014, Tim Hortons, Burger King Worldwide and Restaurant Brands International issued a joint press release announcing, among other things, the expiration of the election deadline under the Arrangement Agreement and the preliminary results of the elections made by Tim Hortons shareholders and Burger King Worldwide stockholders. This press release is attached as Exhibit 99.2 hereto, and is incorporated into this report by reference.

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Item�9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

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99.1	Joint press release issued by the Company and Burger King Worldwide on December�9, 2014.

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99.2	Joint press release issued by the Company, Burger King Worldwide and Restaurant Brands International on December�10, 2014.

Forward-Looking Statements

This report includes forward-looking statements, which constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are often identified by the words �may,� �might,� �believes,� �thinks,� �anticipates,� �plans,� �expects,� �intends� or similar expressions and include statements regarding (1)�expectations regarding whether a transaction will be consummated, including whether conditions to the consummation of the transactions will be satisfied, or the timing for completing the transactions, (2)�expectations for the effects of the transactions or the ability of the new company to successfully achieve business objectives, including integrating the companies or the effects of unexpected costs, liabilities or delays, and (3)�expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors.

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Other unknown or unpredictable factors could also have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of the new company. These forward-looking statements may be affected by risks and uncertainties in the business of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons and market conditions and are based on numerous assumptions which may prove incorrect and which could cause actual results or events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Such assumptions include, but are not limited to, the assumptions set forth in this report, as well as (a)�that the transactions will be completed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the arrangement agreement and plan of merger and on the timelines contemplated by the parties thereto, (b)�that court, shareholder and stock exchange approvals will be obtained on the basis and timelines anticipated by the parties, (c)�that the securities of Restaurant Brands International and Partnership will be approved for listing on the New York Stock Exchange and/or the Toronto Stock Exchange, as applicable, and (d)�that the other conditions to the closing of the transactions will be satisfied.

These forward-looking statements may be affected by risks and uncertainties in the business of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons and market conditions, including that the assumptions upon which the forward-looking statements in this report are based may be incorrect in whole or in part. These forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by cautionary statements and risk factor disclosure contained in filings made by Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons with the SEC, including Burger King Worldwide�s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December�31, 2013 and Tim Hortons annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December�29, 2013 as well as the registration statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC by Restaurant Brands International and Partnership on September�16, 2014 and declared effective on November�5, 2014, as amended (the �Registration Statement�). Both Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons wish to caution readers that certain important factors may have affected and could in the future affect their actual results and could cause their actual results for subsequent periods to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any forward-looking statement made by or on behalf of Burger King Worldwide or Tim Hortons, including that transactions may not be consummated on the timelines anticipated by Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons or at all. Except as required by law, neither Burger King Worldwide nor Tim Hortons undertakes any obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

This report does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. In connection with the transactions, Restaurant Brands International and Partnership filed with the SEC a Registration Statement on Form S-4, which includes a joint information statement/circular of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons and that also constitutes a prospectus of Restaurant Brands International and Partnership in connection with the proposed transactions. The Registration Statement was declared effective by the SEC on November�5, 2014. The joint information statement/circular has also been filed with the Canadian securities regulators and was mailed to holders of Tim Hortons common shares on or about November�6, 2014. WE URGE INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS TO READ THE JOINT INFORMATION STATEMENT/CIRCULAR AND ALL OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS , BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TIM HORTONS, BURGER KING WORLDWIDE, RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL, PARTNERSHIP AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION. Investors and security holders are able to obtain these materials and other documents filed with the SEC and the Canadian securities regulators free of charge at the SEC�s website, www.sec.gov and at the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (SEDAR) at www.sedar.com. In addition, a copy of the joint information statement/circular may be obtained free of charge from Tim Hortons� internet website for investors www.timhortons-invest.com, or from Burger King Worldwide�s investor relations website at http://investor.bk.com. Investors and security holders may also read and copy any reports, statements and other information filed by Tim Hortons or Burger King Worldwide, with the SEC, at the SEC public reference room at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 or visit the SEC�s website for further information on its public reference room.

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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

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	�		�	TIM HORTONS INC.
Date: December�10, 2014	�		�	By:	�	/s/ Jill E. Sutton
	�		�		�	Jill E. Sutton Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary

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EXHIBIT INDEX

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99.1	��	Joint press release issued by the Company and Burger King Worldwide on December�9, 2014.
99.2	��	Joint press release issued by the Company, Burger King Worldwide and Restaurant Brands International on December�10, 2014.

Exhibit 99.1

TIM HORTONS SHAREHOLDERS APPROVE PROPOSED TRANSACTION TO CREATE A NEW GLOBAL LEADER IN THE QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY WITH THE CREATION OF

�RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL�

Oakville, Ontario and Miami, Florida � December�9, 2014 � Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX, NYSE: THI) today announced the company�s shareholders have approved the transaction with Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: BKW) that will create a new global quick service restaurant leader. Following approximately 99.2% approval of votes cast by THI shareholders, the two companies announced the name of the new parent company, Restaurant Brands International. The name reflects the new company�s global scale and reach, which will include more than 18,000 restaurants operating in 100 countries under its two distinct, iconic brands.

�We are excited to unveil the name of our new global company, which conveys our mission to create the world�s leading global restaurant business through a strong commitment to our franchisees and a consistent focus on serving guests around the world,� said Daniel Schwartz, CEO of Burger King Worldwide, and incoming CEO of Restaurant Brands International.

�Restaurant Brands International builds on the rich heritages of our two companies and signifies the exciting opportunities for international expansion this transaction will create,� said Marc Caira, President and CEO of Tim Hortons. �As part of Restaurant Brands International, Tim Hortons will remain an independent, iconic Canadian brand, but with significant opportunities to accelerate our brand development around the world.�

Upon close of the transaction, shares of Restaurant Brands International will be traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange under the trading symbol QSR. Units of Restaurant Brands International Limited Partnership are expected to trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the trading symbol QSP.

The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including, among other things, approval and issuance of a final order of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice hearing for the final order to approve the Arrangement is scheduled to take place on December�11, 2014, and completion of the Arrangement and related transactions is expected to occur on or about December�12, 2014.

About Tim Hortons Inc.

Tim Hortons is one of the largest publicly-traded restaurant chains 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, hot and cold specialty drinks (including lattes, cappuccinos and espresso shots), specialty teas and fruit smoothies, fresh baked goods, grilled Panini and classic sandwiches, wraps, soups, prepared foods and other food products. As of September�28, 2014, Tim Hortons had 4,590 systemwide restaurants, including 3,665 in Canada, 869 in the United States and 56 in the Gulf Cooperation Council. More information about the Company is available at www.timhortons.com.

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About Burger King Worldwide

Founded in 1954, BURGER KING^� (NYSE: BKW) is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER^�, the BURGER KING^� system operates in approximately 14,000 locations serving more than 11�million guests daily in 100 countries and territories worldwide. Approximately 100 percent of BURGER KING^� restaurants are owned and operated by independent franchisees, many of them family-owned operations that have been in business for decades. To learn more about Burger King Worldwide, please visit the company�s website at www.bk.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

For more information:

Tim Hortons Inc.

Media�& Investors

Scott Bonikowsky

SVP, Corporate, Public�& Government Affairs

(905) 339-6186, [email protected]

Burger King Worldwide

Media

Brunswick Group

Steve Lipin / Radina Russell

(212) 333.3810

Miguel Piedra

(305) 378-7277, [email protected]

Investors

Sami Siddiqui, Investor Relations

(305) 378-7696, [email protected]

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking statements, which constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are often identified by the words �may,� �might,� �believes,� �thinks,� �anticipates,� �plans,� �expects,� �intends� or similar expressions and include statements regarding (1)�expectations regarding whether a transaction will be consummated, including whether conditions to the consummation of the transactions will be satisfied, or the timing for completing the transactions, (2)�expectations for the effects of the transactions or the ability of the new company to successfully achieve business objectives, including integrating the companies or the effects of unexpected costs, liabilities or delays, and (3)�expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. Other unknown or unpredictable factors could also have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of the new company. These forward-looking statements may be affected by risks and uncertainties in the business of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons and market conditions. This information is qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements and risk factor disclosure contained in filings made by Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the �SEC�), including Burger King Worldwide�s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December�31, 2013 and Tim Hortons annual report on Form�10-K for the year ended December�29, 2013,

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as well as the registration statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC by Restaurant Brands International and Restaurant Brands International LP on September�16, 2014 and declared effective on November�5, 2014, as amended. Both Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons wish to caution readers that certain important factors may have affected and could in the future affect their actual results and could cause their actual results for subsequent periods to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any forward-looking statement made by or on behalf of Burger King Worldwide or Tim Hortons, including that transactions may not be consummated on the timelines anticipated by Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons or at all. Neither Burger King Worldwide nor Tim Hortons undertakes any obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. In connection with the transaction, Restaurant Brands International has filed with the SEC a registration statement on Form S-4 that includes a joint information statement/circular of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons and other relevant documents mailed by Tim Hortons and Burger King Worldwide to their respective security holders in connection with the proposed transaction of Tim Hortons and Burger King Worldwide. The joint information statement/circular has also been filed with the Canadian securities regulators and was mailed to holders of Tim Hortons common shares on or about November�6, 2014. WE URGE INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS TO READ THE JOINT INFORMATION STATEMENT/CIRCULAR AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS, BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TIM HORTONS, BURGER KING WORLDWIDE AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION. Investors and security holders are also able to obtain these materials and other documents filed with the SEC and the Canadian securities regulators free of charge at the SEC�s website, www.sec.gov and at the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (SEDAR) at www.sedar.com. In addition, a copy of the joint information statement/circular may be obtained free of charge from Tim Hortons� internet website for investors www.timhortons-invest.com, or from Burger King Worldwide�s investor relations website at http://investor.bk.com. Investors and security holders may also read and copy any reports, statements and other information filed by Tim Hortons or Burger King Worldwide, with the SEC, at the SEC public reference room at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 or visit the SEC�s website for further information on its public reference room.

Exhibit 99.2

Burger King Worldwide, Inc., Tim Hortons Inc. and Restaurant Brands International Inc.

Announce Expiration of Election Deadline

MIAMI, Florida and TORONTO, Ontario, December�10, 2014 � Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: BKW), Tim Hortons Inc. (TSX: THI, NYSE: THI) and Restaurant Brands International Inc. today announced the preliminary results of the consideration elections made by Burger King Worldwide stockholders and Tim Hortons shareholders prior to the election deadline of December�9, 2014, at 5:00 p.m., Eastern time, assuming the closing of the transactions occurs as expected on December�12, 2014, as previously announced.

Those preliminary results are as follows:

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Holders of approximately 267,581,737 shares of Burger King Worldwide common stock (including approximately 3,219,317 shares delivered via guaranteed delivery), or approximately 76% of the outstanding shares of Burger King Worldwide common stock, made an election to receive Restaurant Brands International Limited Partnership exchangeable units.

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Holders of approximately 84,465,429 shares of Burger King Worldwide common stock, or approximately 24% of the outstanding shares of Burger King Worldwide common stock, did not make an election or were deemed not to have made an election and will receive 0.99 Restaurant Brands International common shares and 0.01 Partnership exchangeable units.

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Holders of approximately 2,093,443 common shares of Tim Hortons, or approximately 2% of the outstanding common shares of Tim Hortons, made a cash election.

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Holders of approximately 95,703,801 common shares of Tim Hortons, or approximately 72% of the outstanding common shares of Tim Hortons, made an election to receive Restaurant Brands International common shares.

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Holders of approximately 34,778,927 common shares of Tim Hortons, or approximately 26% of the outstanding common shares of Tim Hortons, either (i) made an election to receive a combination of cash and Restaurant Brands International common shares or (ii) did not make an election or were deemed not to have made an election and will receive the mixed consideration.

The preliminary results do not include elections made in respect of Tim Hortons common shares to be issued in full settlement of all outstanding Tim Hortons restricted stock units and performance stock units or Tim Hortons common shares to be issued to holders of Tim Hortons stock options that have been exercised in connection with the transactions.

The preliminary results remain subject to the limitations and proration procedures described in the joint information statement/circular of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons dated November�5, 2014 for the transactions. The transaction remains subject to certain closing conditions, including approval of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List), listing of shares of Restaurant Brands International and certain other customary closing conditions.

About Tim Hortons Inc.

Tim Hortons is one of the largest publicly-traded restaurant chains 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, hot and cold specialty drinks (including lattes, cappuccinos and espresso shots), specialty teas and fruit smoothies, fresh baked goods, grilled Panini and classic sandwiches, wraps, soups, prepared foods and other food products. As of September�28, 2014, Tim Hortons had 4,590 systemwide restaurants, including 3,665 in Canada, 869 in the United States and 56 in the Gulf Cooperation Council. More information about Tim Hortons is available at www.timhortons.com.

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About Burger King Worldwide Inc.

Founded in 1954, BURGER KING^� (NYSE: BKW) is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER^�, the BURGER KING^� system operates in approximately 14,000 locations serving more than 11�million guests daily in 100 countries and territories worldwide. Approximately 100 percent of BURGER KING^� restaurants are owned and operated by independent franchisees, many of them family-owned operations that have been in business for decades. To learn more about Burger King Worldwide, please visit Burger King Worldwide�s website at www.bk.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

For more information:

Tim Hortons Inc.

Media�& Investors

Scott Bonikowsky

SVP, Corporate, Public�& Government Affairs

(905)�339-6186, [email protected]

Burger King Worldwide, Inc.

Media

Brunswick Group

Steve Lipin / Radina Russell

(212)�333.3810, [email protected]

Miguel Piedra

(305)�378-7277, [email protected]

Investors

Sami Siddiqui, Investor Relations

(305)�378-7696, [email protected]

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking statements, which constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are often identified by the words �may,� �might,� �believes,� �thinks,� �anticipates,� �plans,� �expects,� �intends� or similar expressions and include statements regarding (1)�expectations regarding whether a transaction will be consummated, including whether conditions to the consummation of the transactions will be satisfied, or the timing for completing the transactions, (2)�expectations for the effects of the transactions or the ability of Restaurant Brands International Inc. (�Restaurant Brands International�) to successfully achieve business objectives, including integrating the companies or the effects of unexpected costs, liabilities or delays, and (3)�expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. Other unknown or unpredictable factors could also have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of the new company. These forward-looking statements may be affected by risks and uncertainties in the business of Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons and market conditions. This information is qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements and risk factor disclosure contained in filings made by Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the �SEC�), including Burger King Worldwide�s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December�31, 2013 and Tim Hortons annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December�29, 2013, as well as the registration statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC by Restaurant Brands International and Restaurant Brands International Limited Partnership (�Partnership�) filed on September�16, 2014 and declared effective on November�5, 2014, as amended (the �Registration Statement�). Both Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons wish to caution readers that certain important factors may have affected and could in the future affect their actual results and could cause their actual results for subsequent periods to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any forward-looking statement made by or on behalf of Burger King Worldwide or Tim Hortons, including that transactions may not be consummated on the timelines anticipated by Burger King Worldwide and Tim Hortons or at all. Neither Burger King Worldwide nor Tim Hortons undertakes any obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

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Additional Information and Where to Find It

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. In connection with the transactions, Restaurant Brands International and Partnership filed with the SEC a Registration Statement on Form S-4, which includes the joint information statement/circular and that also constitutes a prospectus of Restaurant Brands International and Partnership in connection with the proposed transactions. The Registration Statement was declared effective by the SEC on November�5, 2014. The joint information statement/circular has also been filed with the Canadian securities regulators and has been mailed to holders of Tim Hortons common shares. WE URGE INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS TO READ THE JOINT INFORMATION STATEMENT/CIRCULAR AND ALL OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS, BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TIM HORTONS, BURGER KING WORLDWIDE AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTIONS. Investors and security holders are able to obtain these materials and other documents filed with the SEC and the Canadian securities regulators free of charge at the SEC�s website, www.sec.gov and at the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (SEDAR) at www.sedar.com. In addition, a copy of the joint information statement/circular may be obtained free of charge from Tim Hortons� internet website for investors www.timhortons-invest.com, or from Burger King Worldwide�s investor relations website at http://investor.bk.com. Investors and security holders may also read and copy any reports, statements and other information filed by Tim Hortons or Burger King Worldwide, with the SEC, at the SEC public reference room at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 or visit the SEC�s website for further information on its public reference room.

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