Fanshawe College’s campus restaurant is one of more than two dozen London eateries participating in the United Way’s Ultimate Burger Battle this year.
For every burger sold, the Outback Shack will send proceeds go to United Way Elgin Middlesex. Bragging rights go to the restaurant that raises the most donations.
“It’s been steady, maybe because this establishment is located inside a school,” said Ayla McLeod, manager of the Outback Shack.
The fundraiser began in 2025 with 18 restaurants across London in hopes of supporting local businesses. That number increased to 26 restaurants in this year’s event.
“The more we were able to continue with this fundraiser, the more interest we’re going to be able to grow from different restaurants.” Juan Marulanda, marketing and communications co-ordinator for United Way Elgin Middlesex.
Ultimate Burger Battle flyer shown at Fanshawe’s main campus on Monday, November. 9. (Photo: Callum Contursi)
“The two major awards that are given out are the People’s Choice Award (voted on by the public), and the Ultimate Burger, which is chosen by the ambassadors we have,” Marulanda, said.
After the Ultimate Burger Battle concludes, United Way Elgin Middlesex hosts a closing ceremony.
The fundraiser runs from November 1. to November 30. across 26 restaurants around London.
