First 100 guests will receive a free 6-inch sandwich on June 12 and $6.99 Classics from June 15 to June 17
ST. THOMAS, Ont., June 4, 2026 – Jimmy John’s is set to bring the “Sandwich of Sandwiches” to St. Thomas with the grand opening of its first location in the city at 1025 Talbot Street, Unit 5, on Friday, June 12. This marks the 16th Jimmy John’s location in Canada.
A grand opening celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. To mark the occasion, the first 100 guests will receive a free 6-inch sandwich and a 16 oz. fountain drink. From June 15 to June 17, all guests can enjoy $6.99 Classic sandwiches.
“We’re excited to officially open our doors in St. Thomas and introduce the community to the Jimmy John’s experience,” said Mike Warren, director of operations at Jimmy John’s. “We look forward to welcoming guests for great food, fast service and a fun grand opening celebration.”
Franchisees Abhay Panchal and Akshay Patel will celebrate the grand opening of Jimmy John’s St. Thomas on June 12, 2026. The first 100 guests will receive a free 6-inch sandwich and a 16 oz. fountain drink as part of the opening celebration. Photo: Foodtastic.
Guests can choose from Jimmy John’s menu of sandwiches, including signature options such as the Beach Club and Italian Night Club, classics such as The Pepe and Turkey Tom, and the brand’s the new Canadian wraps, the Chicken Caesar Club and Tuscan Italian.
“We’re proud to bring Jimmy John’s to St. Thomas and introduce guests to the fresh flavour and great service the brand is known for,” said Abhay Panchal, franchisee, Jimmy John’s St. Thomas. “We look forward to becoming part of the community and welcoming our first guests on June 12.”
For more information, follow Jimmy John’s on Instagram at instagram.com/jimmyjohns.ca or visit JimmyJohns.ca.
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About Jimmy John’s
Founded in 1983, Jimmy John’s has immortalized the role of the sandwich in modern society. Driven by its bold aspiration “The Sandwiches of Sandwiches”, the banner offers hungry Canadians a meat-packed menu of made-to-order sandwiches, wraps and sides – all with the freshest ingredients and speed of service. Under the care of Montreal-based Foodtastic, which launched the brand in Canada in 2024, Jimmy John’s now has more than seven locations in the great north. For more information, visit JimmyJohns.ca.
About Foodtastic
Foodtastic is a leading Canadian restaurant franchisor with a portfolio of 27 diverse brands and over 1,200 establishments across the country. As a growing industry player, Foodtastic focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and the legacy of local brands to drive both national and international expansion. Iconic brands include Rotisseries Benny, La Belle et La Bœuf, Monza, Second Cup, Quesada, Freshii, and Pita Pit, among others. With a bold vision and strong franchise partnerships, Foodtastic continues to build a dynamic and influential presence in the global food service industry. More information is available at www.foodtastic.ca.