Coffee Sourcing

Coffee is core to the Tim Hortons brand. While the process from coffee bean to coffee cup can be complex, Tim Hortons is committed to responsibly sourcing its coffee and we are always looking for ways to strengthen our approach while also supporting the people, places and partners across the coffee supply chain.

The Tim Hortons Coffee for Communities Program

At Tim Hortons, we recognize the immense value of coffee farmers and their role in the future of coffee production. Our Tims Coffee for Communities program is dedicated to supporting and empowering these farming communities, ensuring they have the skills and resources necessary to thrive. Through our partners — local coffee exporters, not-for-profit and producer organizations — we aim to improve the livelihoods of coffee farmers and contribute responsibly to the coffee industry. This is achieved through:

1. Empowering the Next Generation of Coffee Farmers
   We understand the importance of nurturing the next generation of coffee farmers, and our program prioritizes the training of young farmers aged 18-30.
2. Improving Coffee Farming Practices
   A key aspect of Tims Coffee for Communities is our commitment to agricultural training for coffee farmers. The program aims to improve coffee farming practices and encourage early adoption of new technologies.
3. Empowering Women in Coffee Farming Communities
   Recognizing the potential of women as coffee farmers and leaders, the program provides targeted training and support for women in these communities.

Assessing our Supply Chain

We are proud to partner with Enveritas, which assesses 100% of Tim Hortons coffee purchases each year under a set of social, economic and environmental indicators.