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Freshslice Pizza
Canada Parent company: Freshslice Pizza
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True North
90%
Capital: Canada
Capital: Canada (profits)
Control: Canada
Control: Canada (decisions)

Freshslice Pizza maintains a strong domestic profile as a Canadian-founded and headquartered brand. The True North score reflects high retention in ownership and strategic control, though specific supply chain data remains opaque. Most economic value generated by the brand stays within the Canadian ecosystem via corporate and franchise structures.

Vector Breakdown
Inputs
low
10 /20
Canadian sourcing commitments are not publicly auditable from disclosed corporate data.
Capital
Capital (profits)
high
40 /40
The entity is a privately held Canadian company founded and owned by Canadian interests.
Control
Control (decisions)
high
20 /20
Strategic brand management and corporate decision-making are headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia.
Operations
high
20 /20
The company operates an extensive network of retail locations and corporate infrastructure within Canada.
True North Summary

Freshslice Pizza maintains a strong domestic profile as a Canadian-founded and headquartered brand. The True North score reflects high retention in ownership and strategic control, though specific supply chain data remains opaque. Most economic value generated by the brand stays within the Canadian ecosystem via corporate and franchise structures.

Checked: 2026-01-21
Confidence: Low
What Would Change This Score
  • Acquisition by a foreign private equity firm or conglomerate
  • Detailed disclosure of domestic versus international ingredient sourcing
  • Relocation of the corporate headquarters outside of Canada
Limitations
  • Supplier or input geography not disclosed publicly.
  • Inputs: certainty is low; result is based on general sector knowledge or incomplete data.
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
Ontario flag
Ontario
Saskatchewan flag
Saskatchewan
Operations confirmed in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. While some franchise directories list all provinces, active store presence was only verified for these five.
Stores nationwide
200
Official website claims over 200 locations as of early 2026; some 2025 sources specify 160 open locations with 90 more under construction.
Sources
  • "FRESHSLICE Pizza traces its roots back to 1999 when Ray Russell founded the company in the heart of Vancouver, British Columbia."
    Source
  • "Hungry for Pizza? Find the Freshslice Pizza location nearest to you for carryout or delivery now. Our Locations."
    Source
  • "In 2025, FRESHSLICE Pizza was honored with the Consumer Choice Award for Business Excellence in the South Alberta region."
    Source
  • "One of these is in Sault Ste. Marie, the second-ever Freshslice location in Northern Ontario."
    Source
  • "Freshslice Pizza (106-500 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba)"
  • "Freshslice Pizza (201 1 Ave) ... Saskatoon ... Saskatchewan"
  • "With over 200 locations across Canada, our team is dedicated to curating truly memorable experiences for our guests."
    Source
Allergen Guide
Checked: 2026-01-23
Allergen guide
Found
Guide link
Guide last updated
Not stated
Priority allergens listed
Yes
Cross-contact disclaimer
Yes
Fryer status
Unknown
Sources
  • "Freshslice Allergen Chart. ALLERGEN TYPES. Peanuts. Tree Nuts. Milk & Milk Products. Eggs. Seafood (Fish, shellfish, crustaceans). Soy. Wheat & ..."
    Source
  • "ALLERGEN TYPES. Peanuts. Tree Nuts. Milk & Milk Products. Eggs. Seafood (Fish, shellfish, crustaceans). Soy. Wheat & ..."
    Source
  • "Due to the handcrafted nature of our diverse menu items, and shared preparation and cooking areas, we cannot guarantee a complete gluten-free environment."
    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
GF options listed, but no published prep protocol — high cross-contact uncertainty. If you have celiac, confirm procedures with staff.
Moderate (40/100)
Evidence confidence: High
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • No GF prep protocol published
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • GF menu/page found
  • GF cross-contact warning found
Missing controls
  • GF prep protocol not stated
GF menu or page: Found GF prep protocol: Not stated Cross-contact warning: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Found
GF page
GF prep protocol
Not stated
GF cross-contact warning
Found
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "Gluten-free Dough. Our cauliflower crust may be the best gluten-free option crust in the business. If you have a gluten allergy, you don't have to feel left out anymore when it comes to ordering pizza. Enjoy any medium pizza on a cauliflower crust if you so desire."
    Source
  • "Due to the handcrafted nature of our diverse menu items, and shared preparation and cooking areas, we cannot guarantee a complete gluten-free environment."
    Source
Scoring details
  • GF menu/page found (+25)
  • GF cross-contact warning found (+15)
  • GF prep protocol 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.
GF verdict
GF options listed, but no published prep protocol — high cross-contact uncertainty. If you have celiac, confirm procedures with staff.
Moderate (40/100)
Evidence confidence: High
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • No GF prep protocol published
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • GF menu/page found
  • GF cross-contact warning found
Missing controls
  • GF prep protocol not stated
GF menu or page: Found GF prep protocol: Not stated Cross-contact warning: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Found
GF page
GF prep protocol
Not stated
GF cross-contact warning
Found
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "Gluten-free Dough. Our cauliflower crust may be the best gluten-free option crust in the business. If you have a gluten allergy, you don't have to feel left out anymore when it comes to ordering pizza. Enjoy any medium pizza on a cauliflower crust if you so desire."
    Source
  • "Due to the handcrafted nature of our diverse menu items, and shared preparation and cooking areas, we cannot guarantee a complete gluten-free environment."
    Source
Scoring details
  • GF menu/page found (+25)
  • GF cross-contact warning found (+15)
  • GF prep protocol 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.
GF verdict
GF options listed, but no published prep protocol — high cross-contact uncertainty. If you have celiac, confirm procedures with staff.
Moderate (40/100)
Evidence confidence: High
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • No GF prep protocol published
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Evidence found
  • GF menu/page found
  • GF cross-contact warning found
Missing controls
  • GF prep protocol not stated
GF menu or page: Found GF prep protocol: Not stated Cross-contact warning: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Found
GF page
GF prep protocol
Not stated
GF cross-contact warning
Found
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
  • "Gluten-free Dough. Our cauliflower crust may be the best gluten-free option crust in the business. If you have a gluten allergy, you don't have to feel left out anymore when it comes to ordering pizza. Enjoy any medium pizza on a cauliflower crust if you so desire."
    Source
  • "Due to the handcrafted nature of our diverse menu items, and shared preparation and cooking areas, we cannot guarantee a complete gluten-free environment."
    Source
Scoring details
  • GF menu/page found (+25)
  • GF cross-contact warning found (+15)
  • GF prep protocol not stated (cap at 60)
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 (20/100)
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
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated Last updated date: Not stated
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
  • "Due to the handcrafted nature of our diverse menu items, and shared preparation and cooking areas, we cannot guarantee a complete gluten-free environment."
    Source
Scoring details
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found (+20)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 30)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
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 (20/100)
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
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated Last updated date: Not stated
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
  • "Due to the handcrafted nature of our diverse menu items, and shared preparation and cooking areas, we cannot guarantee a complete gluten-free environment."
    Source
Scoring details
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found (+20)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 40)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
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 (20/100)
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
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Found Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated Last updated date: Not stated
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
  • "Due to the handcrafted nature of our diverse menu items, and shared preparation and cooking areas, we cannot guarantee a complete gluten-free environment."
    Source
Scoring details
  • Cross-contact disclaimer found (+20)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 50)
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
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
Yes
Vegetarian items (approx)
5
Vegan section
No
Vegan items (approx)
Unknown
Halal availability
Null
Kosher availability
Null
Sources
  • "Choose from our Classic pizza selection, including Beef, Cheese, Hawaiian, Pepperoni, and Veggie."
    Source
  • "Veggie Classic, Veggie Feast, Mediterranean Feast, Fiesta Pesto Feast, and Cheese (White/Tomato)."
    Source
  • "found official menu page; no dedicated vegan category observed, though vegan cheese is available for customization."
    Source
  • "Our vegan cheese is made with plant-based milk and an assortment of plant-based ingredients"
    Source
  • "found official 'Our Pizza' and 'Allergen Chart' pages; no mention of halal status or meat sourcing."
    Source
  • "found official 'Our Pizza' and 'Allergen Chart' pages; no mention of kosher certification."
    Source
Nutrition & Ingredients
Checked: 2026-01-23
Nutrition tool or PDF
Found
Nutrition source
Calories disclosed
No
Sodium disclosed
No
Ingredients list
Found
Ingredients
MSG statement
Found
Artificial colors
Not stated
Preservatives
Not stated
Sources
  • "Freshslice Allergen Chart. ... This table shows all our products which contain, may contain or do not contain allergens which can cause allergic reactions to you. ... This chart is updated 18-Nov-2019."
    Source
  • "There is similar chart but without ingredient in every store for their further review. This chart is updated 18-Nov-2019."
    Source
  • "This table shows all our products which contain, may contain or do not contain allergens which can cause allergic reactions to you."
    Source
  • "MAIN INGREDIENTS ... Multi-Grain Dough: Flour (Wheat, Rye), Bran, Yeast, Whey Powder ... BBQ Sauce: Sugar, Tomato (Paste), Vinegar, Salt, Mustard, Onion, Garlic."
    Source
  • "Vegan Mozzarella | MAIN INGREDIENTS | Flour, Pea Protein, Tapioca, Oil (Coconut, Safflower), Corn Starch, Salt, Yeast Extract, TCP"
    Source
Rewards Research
Checked: 2026-01-23
Program exists
Yes
Program name
FreshSlice Rewards
Signup methods
App, In Store
Sources
  • "FRESHSLICE is a national pizza chain with restaurants across Canada."
    Source
  • "Join FreshSlice Rewards! Earn 5% cashback with every order and uncover personalized deals within our app."
    Source
  • "Join FreshSlice Rewards!"
    Source
  • "Join FreshSlice Rewards! ... download our app today and start saving while you savor!"
    Source
  • "Automatically earn FRESH REWARDS for every purchase made on the app, or scan the barcode provided in-store to collect your rewards."
Financial Audit: FreshSlice Rewards
Estimated Return Rate
5.00% Return
Verdict: Average
Based on earning 5.0000 freshcashes/$1 and redeeming 1 for $0.01 value.
Vector Breakdown
Inputs
low
10 /20
Canadian sourcing commitments are not publicly auditable from disclosed corporate data.
Capital
Capital (profits)
high
40 /40
The entity is a privately held Canadian company founded and owned by Canadian interests.
Control
Control (decisions)
high
20 /20
Strategic brand management and corporate decision-making are headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia.
Operations
high
20 /20
The company operates an extensive network of retail locations and corporate infrastructure within Canada.
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