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Boston Pizza
Canada Parent company: Boston Pizza International Inc.
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True North
100%
Capital: Canada
Capital: Canada (profits)
Control: Canada
Control: Canada (decisions)

Boston Pizza achieves a maximum True North score due to its status as a domestically founded, owned, and operated entity. Capital flows and strategic control remain within Canada, supported by a significant national operational footprint and domestic sourcing initiatives.

Vector Breakdown
Inputs
high
20 /20
The organization maintains public commitments to sourcing key food commodities from Canadian producers.
Capital
Capital (profits)
high
40 /40
The brand and its associated royalty structures are owned by Canadian entities, including a Canadian-listed income fund.
Control
Control (decisions)
high
20 /20
Strategic brand management and corporate operations are headquartered in Canada.
Operations
high
20 /20
The entity operates an extensive network of locations across all Canadian provinces, supporting significant domestic employment.
True North Summary

Boston Pizza achieves a maximum True North score due to its status as a domestically founded, owned, and operated entity. Capital flows and strategic control remain within Canada, supported by a significant national operational footprint and domestic sourcing initiatives.

Checked: 2026-01-21
Confidence: High
What Would Change This Score
  • Acquisition of the brand by a foreign parent company
  • Relocation of strategic headquarters to a foreign jurisdiction
  • Significant shift toward international supply chain sourcing
Research Details
Availability
Checked: 2026-01-23
Canada confirmed
Yes
Store locator
Found
Store locator
Province availability Found
Alberta flag
Alberta
British Columbia flag
British Columbia
Manitoba flag
Manitoba
New Brunswick flag
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador flag
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia flag
Nova Scotia
Ontario flag
Ontario
Prince Edward Island flag
Prince Edward Island
Quebec flag
Quebec
Saskatchewan flag
Saskatchewan
Yukon flag
Yukon
Northwest Territories flag
Northwest Territories
Presence confirmed in all 10 provinces and the Yukon and Northwest Territories via the official store locator and investor reports. No physical locations were found in Nunavut.
Stores nationwide
370+
Official store count provided by the Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund as of August 2024.
Sources
  • "Originating in Edmonton, Alberta in 1964... Boston Pizza has been a gathering place for communities across Canada for 60 years."
  • "Find a Boston Pizza near you"
    Source
  • "There are currently over 370 Boston Pizza restaurants in Canada, stretching from Victoria to St. John's"
    Source
  • "2241 2nd Avenue, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 5W1"
    Source
  • "5102 48th Street, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 1N6"
    Source
  • "700 University Ave, Charlottetown, PE, C1E 1E3"
    Source
  • "There are currently over 370 Boston Pizza restaurants in Canada"
    Source
Allergen Guide
Checked: 2026-01-23
Allergen guide
Found
Guide link
Guide last updated
2021-11-02
Priority allergens listed
Yes
Cross-contact disclaimer
Yes
Fryer status
Unknown
Sources
  • "Boston Pizza International Inc. publishes updated versions of the “Nutrition Analysis” guide periodically."
    Source
  • "This guide reflects the ingredient and nutritional information for the products presented on the date as listed in the bottom right hand corner of the first page of this document. ... NOV2021"
    Source
  • "Egg. Fish. Milk. Peanuts. Shellfish. Soy. Tree nuts. Wheat."
    Source
  • "Please be advised that cross contamination may occur, and a menu item may not be completely free of any allergen."
    Source
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Simple focuses on the decision; detailed shows evidence and scoring.
Sensitivity mode
Adjusts penalty strength for missing controls; evidence stays the same.
Gluten (GF)

Checked: 2026-01-23

GF verdict
Prep controls are documented — review details for location specifics.
Strong (70/100)
Evidence confidence: High
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • GF menu/page found
  • GF prep protocol found
GF menu or page: Found GF prep protocol: Found Cross-contact warning: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Found
GF page
GF prep protocol
Found
GF cross-contact warning
Found
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "At Boston Pizza, we believe that dietary sensitivities shouldn't stop you from enjoying fresh, delicious food. That's why we designed GlutenWise®."
    Source
  • "If you have a gluten allergy, please be sure to talk to your server to ask for any additional preparations to attempt to avoid any contact with other gluten products in our kitchen."
    Source
  • "While we offer GlutenWise® options, they are prepared in kitchens that may come in contact with other gluten items."
    Source
  • "Please be advised that cross contamination may occur, and a menu item may not be completely free of any allergen."
    Source
Scoring details
  • GF menu/page found (+25)
  • GF prep protocol found (+25)
  • GF cross-contact warning found (+15)
  • Allergen guide last updated date found (+5)
Safety notes
  • Scores measure published evidence and stated controls, not guaranteed safety.
  • “Not stated” means an official page was found but didn’t mention the item.
  • Policies vary by location and over time; confirm with staff.
GF verdict
Prep controls are documented — review details for location specifics.
Strong (70/100)
Evidence confidence: High
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • GF menu/page found
  • GF prep protocol found
GF menu or page: Found GF prep protocol: Found Cross-contact warning: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Found
GF page
GF prep protocol
Found
GF cross-contact warning
Found
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "At Boston Pizza, we believe that dietary sensitivities shouldn't stop you from enjoying fresh, delicious food. That's why we designed GlutenWise®."
    Source
  • "If you have a gluten allergy, please be sure to talk to your server to ask for any additional preparations to attempt to avoid any contact with other gluten products in our kitchen."
    Source
  • "While we offer GlutenWise® options, they are prepared in kitchens that may come in contact with other gluten items."
    Source
  • "Please be advised that cross contamination may occur, and a menu item may not be completely free of any allergen."
    Source
Scoring details
  • GF menu/page found (+25)
  • GF prep protocol found (+25)
  • GF cross-contact warning found (+15)
  • Allergen guide last updated date found (+5)
Safety notes
  • Scores measure published evidence and stated controls, not guaranteed safety.
  • “Not stated” means an official page was found but didn’t mention the item.
  • Policies vary by location and over time; confirm with staff.
GF verdict
Prep controls are documented — review details for location specifics.
Strong (70/100)
Evidence confidence: High
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • GF menu/page found
  • GF prep protocol found
GF menu or page: Found GF prep protocol: Found Cross-contact warning: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Found
GF page
GF prep protocol
Found
GF cross-contact warning
Found
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "At Boston Pizza, we believe that dietary sensitivities shouldn't stop you from enjoying fresh, delicious food. That's why we designed GlutenWise®."
    Source
  • "If you have a gluten allergy, please be sure to talk to your server to ask for any additional preparations to attempt to avoid any contact with other gluten products in our kitchen."
    Source
  • "While we offer GlutenWise® options, they are prepared in kitchens that may come in contact with other gluten items."
    Source
  • "Please be advised that cross contamination may occur, and a menu item may not be completely free of any allergen."
    Source
Scoring details
  • GF menu/page found (+25)
  • GF prep protocol found (+25)
  • GF cross-contact warning found (+15)
  • Allergen guide last updated date found (+5)
Safety notes
  • Scores measure published evidence and stated controls, not guaranteed safety.
  • “Not stated” means an official page was found but didn’t mention the item.
  • Policies vary by location and over time; confirm with staff.
Nuts (peanut + tree nut not distinguished yet)

Checked: 2026-01-23

Nut verdict
No published nut policy — assume nuts may be present and cross-contact is possible.
Weak (25/100)
Evidence confidence: Medium
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Peanut vs tree-nut policies aren’t separated for this restaurant yet.
Top drivers
  • No explicit nut policy published
  • Fryer/shared equipment not addressed
Ask staff
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found
  • Allergen guide last updated date found
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated Last updated date: Found
Questions to ask
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Evidence & sources
Explicit nut policy
Not stated
Nut-free items claimed
Not stated
Cross-contact disclaimer
Yes
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "Please be advised that cross contamination may occur, and a menu item may not be completely free of any allergen."
    Source
Scoring details
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found (+20)
  • Allergen guide last updated date found (+5)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 30)
Safety notes
  • Scores measure published evidence and stated controls, not guaranteed safety.
  • “Not stated” means an official page was found but didn’t mention the item.
  • Policies vary by location and over time; confirm with staff.
Nut verdict
No published nut policy — assume nuts may be present and cross-contact is possible.
Weak (25/100)
Evidence confidence: Medium
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Peanut vs tree-nut policies aren’t separated for this restaurant yet.
Top drivers
  • No explicit nut policy published
  • Fryer/shared equipment not addressed
Ask staff
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found
  • Allergen guide last updated date found
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated Last updated date: Found
Questions to ask
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Evidence & sources
Explicit nut policy
Not stated
Nut-free items claimed
Not stated
Cross-contact disclaimer
Yes
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "Please be advised that cross contamination may occur, and a menu item may not be completely free of any allergen."
    Source
Scoring details
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found (+20)
  • Allergen guide last updated date found (+5)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 40)
Safety notes
  • Scores measure published evidence and stated controls, not guaranteed safety.
  • “Not stated” means an official page was found but didn’t mention the item.
  • Policies vary by location and over time; confirm with staff.
Nut verdict
No published nut policy — assume nuts may be present and cross-contact is possible.
Weak (25/100)
Evidence confidence: Medium
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Peanut vs tree-nut policies aren’t separated for this restaurant yet.
Top drivers
  • No explicit nut policy published
  • Fryer/shared equipment not addressed
Ask staff
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found
  • Allergen guide last updated date found
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated Last updated date: Found
Questions to ask
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Evidence & sources
Explicit nut policy
Not stated
Nut-free items claimed
Not stated
Cross-contact disclaimer
Yes
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "Please be advised that cross contamination may occur, and a menu item may not be completely free of any allergen."
    Source
Scoring details
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found (+20)
  • Allergen guide last updated date found (+5)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 50)
Safety notes
  • Scores measure published evidence and stated controls, not guaranteed safety.
  • “Not stated” means an official page was found but didn’t mention the item.
  • Policies vary by location and over time; confirm with staff.
Dietary
Checked: 2026-01-23
Vegetarian section
No
Vegetarian items (approx)
Unknown
Vegan section
No
Vegan items (approx)
Unknown
Halal availability
Some locations
Kosher availability
Unknown
Sources
  • "APPS AND SHAREABLES · PASTA · PIZZA · SANDWICHES AND BURGERS · BOWLS AND SALADS · MAINS · DESSERTS · KIDS · GLUTENWISE®"
    Source
  • "Vegetarian. Signature pizza sauce, pizza mozzarella, mushrooms, green peppers, red onions, Italian spices, and fresh diced tomatoes."
    Source
  • "Vegan and Glutenwise® options also available."
    Source
  • "At Boston Pizza, locations that offer halal are required to complete online training, the restaurant said in an email. It said halal certificates are regularly updated and accessible to the locations that choose to provide halal menu items."
    Source
  • "found official menu page but attribute not mentioned"
    Source
Nutrition & Ingredients
Checked: 2026-01-23
Nutrition tool or PDF
Found
Nutrition source
Calories disclosed
Yes
Sodium disclosed
Yes
Ingredients list
Not stated
MSG statement
Not stated
Artificial colors
Not stated
Preservatives
Not stated
Sources
  • "Boston Pizza International Inc. publishes updated versions of the 'Nutrition Analysis' guide periodically. This guide reflects the ingredient and nutritional information for the products presented."
    Source
  • "Calories. 800kcal."
    Source
  • "Sodium. 680mg."
    Source
  • "This guide reflects the ingredient and nutritional information for the products presented on the date as listed in the bottom right hand corner of the first page of this document."
    Source
  • "found the official page but attribute not mentioned"
    Source
Rewards Research
Checked: 2026-01-23
Program exists
Yes
Program name
MyBP
Signup methods
App, Website
Sources
  • "Boston Pizza International Inc. is Canada's No. 1 casual dining brand with more than 380 restaurants in Canada"
    Source
  • "MyBP is a loyalty program offered by Boston Pizza. Members get access to great offers, unique promotions and specials"
    Source
  • "If you're a Boston Pizza fan, MyBP is made for you!"
    Source
  • "There are two ways to sign up: 1) Visit www.bostonpizza.com/mybp and click 'sign up'. 2) Download the BP App today"
    Source
Financial Audit: Boston Pizza MyBP
Estimated Return Rate
12.00% Return
Verdict: Excellent
Based on earning 0.0000 visits/$1 and redeeming 5 for $15.00 value.
Vector Breakdown
Inputs
high
20 /20
The organization maintains public commitments to sourcing key food commodities from Canadian producers.
Capital
Capital (profits)
high
40 /40
The brand and its associated royalty structures are owned by Canadian entities, including a Canadian-listed income fund.
Control
Control (decisions)
high
20 /20
Strategic brand management and corporate operations are headquartered in Canada.
Operations
high
20 /20
The entity operates an extensive network of locations across all Canadian provinces, supporting significant domestic employment.
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