A young artist from Shawnigan Lake is one of 17 McDonald’s employees from across Canada whose art has been chosen by the restaurant franchise to use in its national marketing.

Kaitlynn Van Orman, who works at Mill Bay’s McDonald’s, took part in the franchise’s "Made at McDonald's" contest, which is described as a timely celebration of the artistic talents, unique stories, and passions of those behind the counter.

She decided to use her artistic style to create her own version of the McDonald’s mascot Grimace, who is a large, purple, rotund being of indeterminate species with short arms and legs with a penchant for ice cream and milkshakes.

“It took awhile to find out that my Grimace was one of the winners in the contest,” said Van Orman, who is 19 years old.

“I’m so excited and it will

See Full Page