Papa Johns Canada Unveils Festive Heart Pizza for Valentine's Day 2026
In a deliciously romantic gesture for the upcoming Valentine's Day, Papa Johns Canada has announced the nationwide launch of Pizza My Heart, a special limited-time heart-shaped pizza that will be available exclusively from February 9 through February 15, 2026. This festive culinary creation marks a first for the Canadian market, offering pizza lovers a unique way to celebrate the season of love with a familiar favorite.
Details of the Valentine's Day Special
The Pizza My Heart offering features a single-topping heart pizza crafted on Papa Johns' signature thin crust. According to company specifications, the pizza is made with their renowned fresh, never-frozen dough, complemented by vine-ripened tomato sauce and real mozzarella cheese. Priced at $17.99, this limited-time item provides customers with an affordable and festive option for Valentine's Day celebrations at home.
Michael Prentice, Senior Franchise Growth Director at Papa Johns Canada, expressed enthusiasm about the new offering, stating: "Valentine's Day and good food tend to go hand in hand. Pizza My Heart is one of those items people get genuinely excited about, and we're excited to bring it to Canada for the first time."
Availability and Serving Suggestions
The heart-shaped pizza will be available for both carryout and delivery at participating Papa Johns locations across Canada, with availability subject to supplies lasting through the promotional period. Company representatives suggest the pizza is perfect for various Valentine's Day scenarios:
- Romantic date nights at home
- Family dinners with a festive twist
- Any gathering where sharing food enhances the celebration
The offering represents Papa Johns' commitment to bringing seasonal excitement to their menu while maintaining their quality standards. The company emphasizes that all ingredients meet their "Better Ingredients. Better Pizza" philosophy, which includes:
- Fresh dough made with only six ingredients
- Real cheese produced from mozzarella
- Pizza sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes processed the same day they're harvested
- Meat products free of fillers
Company Background and Market Position
Papa John's International, Inc., founded in 1984 and publicly traded on Nasdaq under the symbol PZZA, operates as the world's third-largest pizza delivery company with approximately 6,000 restaurants across 50 countries and territories. The company maintains co-headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia and Louisville, Kentucky, and was notably the first national pizza delivery chain to eliminate artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its entire food menu.
Canadian customers can order the Pizza My Heart special through participating locations while supplies last during the Valentine's Day promotional window, adding a tasty and convenient option to their holiday celebration plans.
