Tim Hortons inks partnerships with Canadian Olympic, Paralympic Committees

Tim Hortons might be synonymous with hockey but this year, it's clinching a new sporting title: Olympic sponsor.

The cafe giant revealed Wednesday it's backing Canada's national squad after signing its first-ever partnership with the Canadian Olympic Committee.

That the two national icons had never teamed up in this way caught even Hope Bagozzi, Tims' chief marketing officer, off guard when the pair started plotting a union months ago.

"It seems like sort of a slam dunk, that this would be something that Tims would be supporting," she said. "It is surprising that it has taken so long to come to this point but certainly we are excited about the path forward."

That path will come in the form of an eight-year deal with the Canadian Olympic Committee. An accompanying Canadian Paralympic Committee agreement will last three.

Tim Hortons and the COC, which is a not-for-profit that garners most of its revenue through marketing, did not publicize the value of their partnership, but said the deal will deliver perks to athletes and fans alike.

"It's revenue and it's investment in Team Canada, which then helps athletes on their journey to the Olympic podium," said Jacqueline Ryan, the COC's chief brand and commercial officer.

"Because Tim Hortons is such a marketing machine, they create so many ways for Canadians to engage with Team Canada, so the athletes feel embraced."

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The agreements will mean Milan and Cortina-bound athletes, their coaches, support staff and families will have Tims coffee on hand while in Italy for the Feb. 6-22 Games. The Paralympics will be held March 6-15.

Back home, Tims customers will receive their hot beverage and Timbit orders in Olympic-themed packaging. The