After weeks of cryptic posters surfacing across Toronto and a blink-and-you-missed-it Instagram teaser that was deleted almost as fast as it was posted, the Golden Arches have finally officially merged with the OVO owl. Dubbed the “Afters Meal,” this exclusive Canadian collaboration blends hometown pride with pop culture power, offering fans a unique late-night option that is as much a status symbol as it is a meal. But with a premium price tag, is this limited-edition fast-food drop worth the hype?
How the McDonald’s x Drake collab took flight
The buzz began as a whisper on the streets of Toronto. Earlier this month, cryptic posters started popping up across Drake’s hometown, featuring a minimalist fusion of two of the world’s most famous symbols: the McDonald’s Golden Arches and the OVO owl—the signature logo of Drake’s October’s Very Own lifestyle empire. Accompanied only by the tagline “Where night owls land,” the ads felt like a big collaboration was on the horizon.
The hype reached a fever pitch on Friday, February 13, when McDonald’s Canada dropped a sleek video on Instagram. The clip showcased the OVO owl crowned by the McDonald’s logo, stamped with a mysterious launch date of 2.17.
In a move that only added to the “if you know, you know” energy of the campaign, McDonald’s quickly scrubbed the post from their feed. However, the internet never forgets. Despite the disappearing act on social media, the momentum was unstoppable. What started as a series of mysterious posters has now officially transitioned from a Toronto urban legend into a nationwide reality, marking a historic crossover between the world’s biggest fast-food giant and the 6ix’s most influential artist.
What’s inside the McDonald’s x OVO ‘Afters Meal’?
Designed with the post-concert or late-night crowd in mind, the “Afters Meal” isn’t your typical combo meal. While it leans on fan-favorite staples, it introduces a custom aesthetic and a flavor profile exclusive to this collaboration.
The “Afters Meal” is built for late-night cravings and includes a classic poutine, your choice of a Junior Chicken or a McDouble, and a medium “Nite Sprite”—a striking, neon-blue raspberry twist on the classic soda. The full meal starts at $14.99, while the medium-sized “Nite Sprite” can be snagged on its own for
While a $15 price tag might feel steep for items typically found on the value menu, the real “get” for fans is the packaging. The meal is served with a limited-edition, black OVO-branded cup.
Neither McDonald’s nor OVO has confirmed an end date, so fans should act fast before the rare collaboration is gone.
Will the McDonald’s x OVO ‘Afters Meal’ cross the border?
While fans outside Canada are eagerly watching their feeds, the official word on a global release remains up in the air. Currently, the “Afters Meal” is strictly a Canadian exclusive, leaving international fans wondering if they’ll ever get a taste of the “Nite Sprite.” However, given Drake’s status as a global powerhouse, there is plenty of speculation that this North-of-the-border drop is merely a test run before a wider rollout in the United States and beyond.
This partnership appears to be the latest chapter in McDonald’s highly successful “Famous Orders” playbook. By tapping into the massive fanbases of icons like Travis Scott, Cardi B, and Mariah Carey, the fast-food giant has mastered the art of turning a standard meal into a genuine cultural phenomenon. Drake’s entry follows this blueprint perfectly, blending his massive commercial reach with deep-rooted hometown symbolism. Whether or not the collab gets an international release, one thing is for sure: McDonald’s isn’t just selling burgers anymore—the chain is selling a piece of the culture.
Sources: Now Toronto, iHeartRadio, Hot97