MTY Group

Overview

MTY Food Group Inc. has established itself as a strategic leader in the restaurant industry across North America and internationally. Since opening its first location in Montreal in 1979, the company has achieved continuous growth through the development of innovative concepts and the acquisition of established brands. MTY operates across various segments, including quick-service restaurants (QSR), casual dining, and health-focused concepts. The group distinguishes itself through a business model centered on comprehensive franchisee support, covering real estate, design, marketing, and operations. Listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: MTY), the group has reached major milestones such as surpassing 2,000 locations in 2012 and expanding its activities into retail sales and food processing.

What sets us apart

Portfolio diversifié de plus de 80 marques couvrant tous les types de cuisines.
Expertise intégrée incluant une usine de transformation alimentaire et un centre de distribution.
Présence internationale avec des établissements au Canada, aux États-Unis et au Moyen-Orient.
Modèle de croissance éprouvé par des acquisitions stratégiques et des alliances depuis 1979.
Soutien complet aux franchisés allant du design à l'exploitation quotidienne.

Products & capabilities

Products

Portefeuille de bannières de restauration

Une gamme diversifiée de marques incluant Sushi Shop, Thaï Express, Mucho Burrito et Bâton Rouge, couvrant plusieurs types de cuisines mondiales.

MTY Group manages a multi-flavor portfolio featuring dozens of recognized banners. Key brands include Sushi Shop for takeout sushi, Thaï Express for quick-service Thai cuisine, and Mucho Burrito for the Mexican segment. The group also owns casual dining labels such as Bâton Rouge, Madisons, and Scores. This diversity allows the company to meet the growing demand for varied cuisines, ranging from North American quick-service (Valentine, Franx Supreme) to health-focused concepts (Cultures, Jus Jugo Juice). Expansion also includes international brands like Papa Murphy's and TacoTime, solidifying MTY's position as a dominant player in the global food market.

MTY Group notably owns the Sushi Shop brand, acquired in 2006, as well as Sushi-Man and SushiGo.

Yes, the group offers concepts like Cultures, Jus Jugo Juice, and Fontaine Santé (Veggirama) focused on healthy eating.

Services

Programme de franchisage et soutien opérationnel

Services complets pour les franchisés incluant la recherche de sites immobiliers, le design architectural, la formation et le marketing.

MTY Group offers structured support for entrepreneurs wishing to become franchisees. This service begins with real estate expertise to identify strategic locations conducive to success. The design team then intervenes to optimize the ergonomics and aesthetics of the premises according to the latest trends. Support continues with rigorous training, supervision, and operational coaching provided by brand-specific specialists. Finally, MTY deploys dozens of internal marketing strategies to generate foot traffic and promote the banners, thereby ensuring continuous growth within the portfolio.

MTY's team of real estate specialists helps franchisees find and select strategic sites to ensure the success of their restaurant.

MTY offers dozens of internal marketing strategies to help franchisees generate foot traffic and increase their brand visibility.

Areas served

MontréalQuébecCanada

Industries served

Restauration à service rapide (QSR)
Restauration décontractée
Vente au détail (produits en épicerie)
Transformation alimentaire
Immobilier commercial

Frequently asked questions

MTY Group's headquarters is located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

MTY became a public company in 1995 (under the name Golden Sky Ventures) and has been listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol MTY since May 2010.

The three principles guiding the group are Excellence, Dedication, and Innovation.

Yes, the group owns a stake in a 60,000 sq. ft. food processing plant and sells certain products in grocery stores.

Expansion began in 1979 with the opening of Le Paradis du Pacifique restaurant in Montreal, followed by the development of brands like Tiki-Ming and Sukiyaki in the 1980s.

Contact

Websitemtygroup.com

LocationMontréal · Québec · Canada

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