Tim Hortons is about to face some competition as the iconic American coffee and donuts chain Dunkin’ Donuts plans to return to the Canadian market with hundreds of locations across the country.

On Tuesday, Foodtastic, one of Canada’s leading restaurant operators, announced it has signed a master franchising agreement with Dunkin’ Donuts’ parent company, Inspire Brands, to expand across Canada.

Dunkin’ Donuts officially left the Canadian Market back in 2018, after it closed its last remaining locations in Quebec.

“Bringing Dunkin’ back to Canada is a significant growth opportunity for Foodtastic and our franchise partners across the country,” said Foodtastic founder and chief executive Peter Mammas in a press release.

Under the new agreement, Foodtastic will have exclusive rights to develop the Dunkin’ brand nationally through both corporate and franchise-operated locations.

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The company said the first Dunkin’ location in Canada is expected to open in late 2026 or early 2027, with a menu featuring a range of hot and iced coffees, espresso beverages, teas, doughnuts, sandwiches and snacks.