Our Dime - McDonald's Canada True North Audit

McDonald's Canada

Parent company: McDonald's Corporation

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True North

50%

Capital: Foreign

Capital: Foreign (profits)

Control: Shared

Control: Shared (decisions)

McDonald's Canada achieves a True North score reflecting a balance between foreign capital ownership and high domestic operational and input retention. While capital and strategic control are primarily tied to its US parent, its large-scale employment and commitment to Canadian agricultural sourcing significantly contribute to the domestic economy.

Vector Breakdown

Inputs

medium

20 /20

The entity maintains high levels of domestic sourcing for primary agricultural inputs including beef, potatoes, and dairy. Sourcing strategies emphasize Canadian supply chain integration.

Capital

Capital (profits)

high

0 /40

The entity is a wholly owned subsidiary of a foreign-based public corporation. Profits ultimately accrue to the global parent entity.

Control

Control (decisions)

medium

10 /20

Strategic decision-making is shared between the Canadian leadership team and the global headquarters in the United States. Regional autonomy exists for marketing and supply chain logistics.

Operations

high

20 /20

The entity maintains a vast physical footprint with over a thousand locations and a significant corporate presence in Canada. It is one of the country's largest employers in the food service sector.

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