Today is McHappy Day all across Canada.

 

Here is local McDonald’s owner, Brett O’Meara, with his thoughts on the day.

 

“This is my favorite day of the year. It’s the day that we reach out to the community and we say come on in and support us. It’s a great cause. McHappy Day is about families and children. It’s going directly to the Ronald McDonald Charities of Manitoba.”

 

O’Meara explains the importance of Ronald McDonald Houses.

 

“One of the most important things in helping children recover and heal and face illness is keeping their family together, keeping that stress level down because families heal each other. That’s what the house is all about and it’s a great support network for families, especially from the north, and we just love supporting them every year.”

 

One dollar from every Big Mac, Happy Meal or hot drink sold goes to the Ronald McDonald House Charities.

 

There will also be draws to enter and merchandise to buy in support of McHappy Day.