McDonald’s Canada Deals and Promotions: Complete Guide to Holiday Savings
What’s New at McDonald’s in Canada (October 2026)
- $5 McValue Meals and $1 coffee, all year. On January 13, 2026 McDonald’s Canada promised to keep McValue Meals at $5 plus tax and a small McCafé coffee at $1 plus tax for one year. The $5 meals are a McDouble, Junior Chicken or Chicken Snack Wrap with small fries and a drink, or at breakfast a Sausage McMuffin, Sausage McGriddles, Breakfast Burrito or Bagel with Cream Cheese with a hash brown and small coffee. The price does not apply to delivery. Source: McDonald’s Canada news release, January 13, 2026
- Monopoly is back until November. McDonald’s Monopoly started on September 29, 2026. You can play in restaurants until November 2 and in the app until November 23. Source: Daily Hive, October 1, 2026
Last reviewed October 8, 2026. Seasonal items and deals can end early or differ by location, so check the app before you go.
McDonald’s Grinchiest Deals of the Season
McDonald’s Canada is bringing holiday magic and mischief to your table with record-breaking festive promotions. From the viral Grinchiest Meal to affordable McValue menu options starting at CA$1.99. This comprehensive guide covers every deal, promotion, and menu offering available right now. Whether you’re shopping for a family feast or looking for budget-friendly quick bites, McDonald’s has positioned itself competitively for the holiday season with layered promotions across dining, rewards, and gift purchasing channels.
🎄 The Grinchiest Meal: Holiday’s Biggest Offer
What Is the Grinchiest Meal?
Returning from a record-breaking 2024 campaign, The Grinchiest Meal is McDonald’s Canada’s flagship holiday promotion, available starting December 2, 2025, while supplies last. This limited-time bundle delivers maximum value with an entertainment. First packaging strategy that encourages social media sharing and gift-giving behavior.
McDonald’s Grinchiest Meal Menu
Each bundle includes a choice of the following Menu:
| Menu Option | Description | Why It’s Popular |
|---|---|---|
| Big Mac | Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun | Most iconic McDonald’s burger; highest perceived value |
| 10-Piece Chicken McNuggets | Golden, crispy nuggets with choice of dipping sauce (including new Sour Cream & Onion option) | Family-friendly, versatile, appeals to children |
| McVeggie | Plant-based patty with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and special sauce | Caters to vegetarian/vegan customers; growing market segment |
Plus Bundle Includes:
- Who-Hash Bites — Crispy, deep-fried potato bites with a playful name; new 2026 addition replacing traditional fries
- Medium Fountain Drink — Choice of Coca-Cola products
- Exclusive Mismatched Grinch Socks — Festive gift item included in special gift-box style packaging designed with leftover wrapping paper aesthetic
Why This Deal Matters
The Grinchiest Meal bundles individual items that would cost approximately CA$25-28 if purchased separately, packaged as a limited-time offer for estimated retail value around CA$17-20 (exact pricing varies by location).
Grinch Happy Meal for Kids
For younger diners, McDonald’s offers the Grinch Happy Meal, which includes:
- Exclusive Grinch and Max plush toys
- Themed games and activities
- Age-appropriate meal options (hamburger, cheeseburger, or 4-piece McNuggets)
Festive McCafé Menu: Holiday Beverages
McDonald’s Canada’s McCafé lineup has expanded with chocolate-forward seasonal drinks to compete with Starbucks’ holiday offerings:
New Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Beverages
These premium espresso drinks combine McDonald’s signature McCafé coffee with sweet, indulgent flavor profiles:
McValue Menu: 23 Items Under CA$5 (Year-Round Deal)
The McValue Menu represents McDonald’s permanent answer to value-seeking consumers and represents the largest pricing segment of regular menu offerings.
McValue Burgers & Sandwiches
| Item | Price | Calories | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Chicken | CA$4.19 | 380 | Crispy, chicken-forward, great for light lunch |
| McDouble | CA$4.49 | 380 | Maximum beef for budget price |
| Cheeseburger | CA$4.19 | 290 | Classic, budget-friendly |
| Hamburger | CA$3.59 | 240 | Lowest-calorie burger option |
| Cheeseburger Deluxe | CA$4.69 | 340 | Gourmet toppings at value price |
| Sweet Chili Junior Chicken | CA$4.99 | 410 | Unique flavor profile, Asian-inspired |
McValue Chicken Wraps (Available All Day)
| Item | Price | Calories (Crispy/Grilled) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranch Chicken Snack Wrap | CA$4.49 | 320/260 | Lighter lunch, easily consumable while mobile |
| Spicy Buffalo Chicken Snack Wrap | CA$4.29 | 310/240 | Flavor-forward, bold spice appeal |
McValue Breakfast Items (Limited Hours)
McDonald’s breakfast offerings punch above their price point, with several options featuring new Hollandaise-style sauce for limited time:
| Item | Price | Calories | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sausage McMuffin | CA$3.59 | 370 | Breakfast hours |
| Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese | CA$3.99 | 370 | Breakfast hours |
| Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese | CA$3.69 | 380 | Breakfast hours |
| Sesame Bagel with Cream Cheese | CA$3.69 | 380 | Breakfast hours |
| Breakfast Burrito | CA$3.79 | 290 | Breakfast hours |
Breakfast items are available only during morning hours (typically 5 AM – 10:30 AM, varies by location). The new Hollandaise sauce is a special, limited-time item, and it’s not clear how long it will be available.
McValue Bakery & Snacks
This category offers the lowest price points on the McValue menu:
| Item | Price | Calories | Savings vs. Full Menu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Cone | CA$1.69 | 240 | 35-40% savings |
| Baked Apple Pie | CA$1.99 | 270 | 40-45% savings |
| Blueberry Muffin | CA$2.59 | 430 | 20-25% savings |
| Carrot Muffin | CA$2.59 | 440 | 20-25% savings |
| Fruit & Fibre Muffin | CA$2.79 | 380 | 15-20% savings |
| Cranberry Orange Muffin | CA$2.79 | 360 | 15-20% savings |
| Banana Chocolate Chunk Muffin | CA$2.79 | 440 | 15-20% savings |
Bakery items and desserts offer the best value on the menu. A Vanilla Cone at CA$1.69 costs less than a premium coffee at most competitors.
McValue Sides
🎁 Gift Card Promotion: Free Sandwich Offer
Promotion Details
Spend CA$25 on McDonald’s gift cards purchased in-restaurant and receive a coupon for a FREE sandwich (choice of Big Mac, McChicken, or McVeggie).
Value for Holiday Shopping
| Aspect | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Face Value Spent | CA$25 minimum |
| Coupon Value | CA$7-9 (Big Mac equivalent) |
| Effective Discount | 28-36% off |
| Best For | Corporate gift-giving, family holiday cards, stocking stuffers |
| Timing | Ideal for December holiday shopping (exact end date not specified) |
MyMcDonald’s Rewards: Earn Points on Every Purchase
How Points Accumulation Works
McDonald’s Canada’s loyalty program offers 100 reward points per CAN$1 spent on all eligible menu items.
| Spending | Points Earned | Equivalent Free Item |
|---|---|---|
| CA$15 | 1,500 points | Nearly free coffee |
| CA$20 | 2,000 points | Free vanilla cone or small fries |
| CA$40 | 4,000 points | Free small meal components |
| CA$60 | 6,000 points | Free McDouble or snack wrap |
| CA$100 | 10,000 points | Free Big Mac or Happy Meal |
Rewards Redemption Tiers (Complete List)
| Points | Redemption Options | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2,000 | Vanilla Cone, Baked Apple Pie, Premium Roast Coffee, or Hash Brown | CA$1.69-3.99 |
| 4,000 | Small Fries, Sausage McMuffin, or Cheeseburger | CA$3.59-4.49 |
| 6,000 | McDouble, Snack Size McFlurry, Junior Chicken, or Chicken Snack Wrap | CA$4.19-5.99 |
| 10,000 | Big Mac, Happy Meal, Filet-O-Fish, McCrispy, or McVeggie | CA$7-15 |
| 14,000 | 10-Piece Chicken McNuggets, Big Mac Meal, McChicken Meal, or Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal | CA$15-22 |
Download the McDonald’s App to Take Deals
The McDonald’s Canada app brings all deals, menus, and rewards:
- Download: Available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play)
- Registration: Create account with email and Canadian postal code
- Activate Rewards: Enable MyMcDonald’s Rewards in account settings
- Link Payment: Connect credit/debit card for faster earning
- Customize: Set location preferences for personalized local deals
Frequently Asked Questions
Looking for the rest of the menu? See our full guide to McDonald’s menu prices in Canada.
