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Jimmy The Greek
Jimmy The Greek
Canada Parent company: Jimmy the Greek Inc.
Mediterranean / Shawarma / Greek
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True North
90%
Capital: Canada
Capital: Canada (profits)
Control: Canada
Control: Canada (decisions)

Jimmy The Greek achieves a high True North score due to its status as a Canadian-owned and operated brand. While capital and control remain firmly within Canada, the lack of explicit supply chain data impacts the final input assessment.

Vector Breakdown
Inputs
low
10 /20
Information regarding the specific geographic origin of ingredients and supply chain inputs is not transparently disclosed.
Capital
Capital (profits)
medium
40 /40
The brand is privately held by a Canadian-based parent entity with profits retained domestically.
Control
Control (decisions)
medium
20 /20
Strategic management and brand development are directed from headquarters located in Ontario.
Operations
medium
20 /20
The entity maintains a broad operational footprint with numerous retail locations and associated employment across Canada.
True North Summary

Jimmy The Greek achieves a high True North score due to its status as a Canadian-owned and operated brand. While capital and control remain firmly within Canada, the lack of explicit supply chain data impacts the final input assessment.

Checked: 2026-01-21
Confidence: Low
What Would Change This Score
  • Acquisition of the brand by a foreign-domiciled entity
  • Relocation of the corporate headquarters outside of Canada
  • Verifiable disclosure of primary domestic sourcing commitments
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
Manitoba flag
Manitoba
Ontario flag
Ontario
Official Terms & Conditions (updated Oct 2025) explicitly list only Ontario, Manitoba, and Alberta.
Stores nationwide
50+
Sources
  • "Jimmy the Greek, a quick service franchise with locations in Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta, Canada."
    Source
  • "FIND YOUR NEAREST JIMMY. WE HAVE OVER 50 LOCATIONS ACROSS CANADA READY TO SERVE YOU."
    Source
  • "These terms and conditions govern your use of the Jimmy the Greek website and the services provided by Jimmy the Greek, a quick service franchise with locations in Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta, Canada."
    Source
  • "WE HAVE OVER 50 LOCATIONS ACROSS CANADA READY TO SERVE YOU."
    Source
Allergen Guide
Checked: 2026-01-23
Allergen guide
Found
Guide link
Guide last updated
Not stated
Priority allergens listed
Unknown
Cross-contact disclaimer
Unknown
Fryer status
Unknown
Sources
  • "Download Our Allergen Chart."
    Source
  • "Head Office. First Canadian Place 100 King St. W., Box 334. Toronto, Ontario, M5X 1E1."
    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
Cross-contact not addressed — assume higher risk and verify with staff.
Weak (0/100)
Evidence confidence: Medium
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • No GF prep protocol published
  • No cross-contact warning published
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Are gluten-free items available, and how are they handled?
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • How do you prevent cross-contact with gluten during prep?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Missing controls
  • GF cross-contact warning not stated
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated
  • GF menu/page not found
GF menu or page: Not stated GF prep protocol: Not stated Cross-contact warning: Not stated Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Are gluten-free items available, and how are they handled?
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • How do you prevent cross-contact with gluten during prep?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Not stated
GF prep protocol
Not stated
GF cross-contact warning
Not stated
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
Scoring details
  • GF cross-contact warning not stated (-25)
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated (-20)
  • GF menu/page 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.
GF verdict
Cross-contact not addressed — assume higher risk and verify with staff.
Weak (0/100)
Evidence confidence: Medium
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • No GF prep protocol published
  • No cross-contact warning published
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Are gluten-free items available, and how are they handled?
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • How do you prevent cross-contact with gluten during prep?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Missing controls
  • GF cross-contact warning not stated
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated
  • GF menu/page not found
GF menu or page: Not stated GF prep protocol: Not stated Cross-contact warning: Not stated Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Are gluten-free items available, and how are they handled?
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • How do you prevent cross-contact with gluten during prep?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Not stated
GF prep protocol
Not stated
GF cross-contact warning
Not stated
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
Scoring details
  • GF cross-contact warning not stated (-20)
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated (-15)
  • GF menu/page 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.
GF verdict
Cross-contact not addressed — assume higher risk and verify with staff.
Weak (0/100)
Evidence confidence: Medium
Measures disclosure & controls, not a guarantee.
Top drivers
  • No GF prep protocol published
  • No cross-contact warning published
  • Fryer policy not addressed
Ask staff
  • Are gluten-free items available, and how are they handled?
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • How do you prevent cross-contact with gluten during prep?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Why this verdict
Missing controls
  • GF cross-contact warning not stated
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated
  • GF menu/page not found
GF menu or page: Not stated GF prep protocol: Not stated Cross-contact warning: Not stated Fryer/shared equipment: Not stated
Questions to ask
  • Are gluten-free items available, and how are they handled?
  • Can a manager confirm your gluten-free prep protocol (separate surfaces/utensils)?
  • How do you prevent cross-contact with gluten during prep?
  • Are fries cooked in a dedicated fryer with dedicated oil?
Evidence & sources
GF menu or page
Not stated
GF prep protocol
Not stated
GF cross-contact warning
Not stated
GF certified language
Not stated
Fryer status
Unknown
Scoring details
  • GF cross-contact warning not stated (-10)
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated (-8)
  • GF menu/page 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.
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 (0/100)
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
  • No cross-contact disclaimer published
  • Fryer/shared equipment not addressed
Ask staff
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Do you use shared utensils/tongs between nut and non-nut items?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Why this verdict
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Not stated 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?
  • Do you use shared utensils/tongs between nut and non-nut items?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Evidence & sources
Explicit nut policy
Not stated
Nut-free items claimed
Not stated
Cross-contact disclaimer
Unknown
Fryer status
Unknown
Scoring details
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 30)
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated (-35)
  • 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 (0/100)
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
  • No cross-contact disclaimer published
  • Fryer/shared equipment not addressed
Ask staff
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Do you use shared utensils/tongs between nut and non-nut items?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Why this verdict
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Not stated 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?
  • Do you use shared utensils/tongs between nut and non-nut items?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Evidence & sources
Explicit nut policy
Not stated
Nut-free items claimed
Not stated
Cross-contact disclaimer
Unknown
Fryer status
Unknown
Scoring details
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 40)
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated (-25)
  • 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 (0/100)
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
  • No cross-contact disclaimer published
  • Fryer/shared equipment not addressed
Ask staff
  • Do you have a written peanut policy and a separate tree-nut policy?
  • Do you use shared utensils/tongs between nut and non-nut items?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Why this verdict
Missing controls
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not found
Explicit nut policy: Not stated Cross-contact disclaimer: Not stated 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?
  • Do you use shared utensils/tongs between nut and non-nut items?
  • Are fryers shared with nut-containing items?
Evidence & sources
Explicit nut policy
Not stated
Nut-free items claimed
Not stated
Cross-contact disclaimer
Unknown
Fryer status
Unknown
Scoring details
  • Explicit nut/peanut policy not stated (cap at 50)
  • Cross-contact disclaimer not stated (-15)
  • 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)
10
Vegan section
No
Vegan items (approx)
Unknown
Halal availability
Some locations
Kosher availability
Unknown
Sources
  • "Jimmy The Greek Vegetarian Logo. Falafel. Meal. ... Our Veggie Meal features our Oven Roasted Potatoes, Oven Baked Rice, and Greek Salad."
    Source
  • "Veggie Meal... Spinach Cheese Pie Meal... Grilled Vegetable Souvlaki Meal... Rice Dolmades Meal... Falafel Meal... Greek Salad... Falafel Salad... Spinach Cheese Pie Greek Salad... Falafel Pita... Vegetable Souvlaki Pita"
    Source
  • "found official page but attribute not mentioned"
    Source
  • "Filters. *Note - Halal location (no pork served here - all meat halal). Apply Filters."
    Source
  • "found the official page but attribute not mentioned"
    Source
Nutrition & Ingredients
Checked: 2026-01-23
Nutrition tool or PDF
Null
Calories disclosed
Yes
Sodium disclosed
Unknown
Ingredients list
Not stated
MSG statement
Null
Artificial colors
Null
Preservatives
Null
Sources
  • "Falafel Meal ... Calories: 990 ... Adults & youth (ages 13 & older) need an average of 2,000 calories per day, and children (ages 4 to 12) need an average of 1,500 calories per day."
    Source
  • "Calories: 990 ... Adults & youth (ages 13 & older) need an average of 2,000 calories per day"
    Source
  • "Our Falafel's are formed fresh in-store from ground chickpeas and spices, then fried to a perfect golden brown. Served with Oven Roasted Potatoes, Oven Baked Rice, and Greek Salad."
    Source
Rewards Research
Checked: 2026-01-23
Program exists
Unknown
Program name
Unknown
Signup methods
Website
Sources
  • "© 2024 Jimmy The Greek All Rights Reserved."
    Source
  • "We may collect personal information when you: ... Sign up for our loyalty program."
    Source
  • "Sign Up for Jimmy's Updates & Promotions"
    Source
  • "Sign Up for Jimmy's Updates & Promotions. Email. Submit."
    Source
Vector Breakdown
Inputs
low
10 /20
Information regarding the specific geographic origin of ingredients and supply chain inputs is not transparently disclosed.
Capital
Capital (profits)
medium
40 /40
The brand is privately held by a Canadian-based parent entity with profits retained domestically.
Control
Control (decisions)
medium
20 /20
Strategic management and brand development are directed from headquarters located in Ontario.
Operations
medium
20 /20
The entity maintains a broad operational footprint with numerous retail locations and associated employment across Canada.
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