As we may have mentioned, Canada Day is kind of a big deal around here. It’s the
day we spend in the thick of the crowds in downtown Ottawa, making awesome chicken sandwiches for a hundred thousand of our closest friends.

This year was no different, in fact, it was even busier than previous years due to the Queen’s visit. And while she didn’t stop by for a sandwich, nor could we convince her to take a shift at the barbecue, her presence was definitely felt in the throngs of people who made their way downtown just to catch a glimpse.

All in all, we sold close to 10,000 chicken sandwiches, and the Preston Street Sandwich was one of our
most popular in years – so much so that we were sold out by 7pm. Bad news for those who were hoping for
a late dinner, but great news for the Ottawa Food Bank, who received 50 cents from each sandwich sold that
day.

So, if you weren’t able to come down this year, make the trip next year. There’s no other place in the
country with more spirit on Canada Day!