Ms. Kelly Blankstein reports

A&W FOOD SERVICES OF CANADA INC. NAMES BRENT TODD AS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc. has named Brent Todd as chief operating officer, effective March 2, 2026.

Following the retirement of long-time vice-president, restaurants, Neil Farmer, the company is pleased to announce that Mr. Todd will take on the newly created position of chief operating officer as of March 2, 2026. Mr. Todd is one of A&W's most successful leaders, with more than 20 years of experience with A&W. This promotion will see Mr. Todd take on leadership of operations as well as purchasing and distribution, supported by a very talented team.

About A&W Food Services of Canada Inc.

A&W is a publicly traded company and is the second largest quick-service hamburger restaurant chain in Canada. Operating coast-to-coast, A&W restaurants feature famous trademarked menu items such as The Burger Family, Chubby Chicken, and A&W Root Beer. A&W's shares are listed for trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange in Canada under the trading symbol AW.