BEST SMOKIES AND DOGS IN TOWN
OVER 25 YEARS OF HOT DOG CART EXPERIENCE
Restaurant is NOW OPEN at 425 Woodlawn Street
LOCATED INSIDE DEER LODGE CURLING CLUB
More Than Just Hotdogs – A Winnipeg Business With Heart
Willy Dogs Inc. is a proudly Métis-owned, family-operated Winnipeg business founded in 2018 by husband-and-wife team William (Will) and Courtney Gault.
What started with one hotdog cart, built with the help of Will’s father-in-law, has grown into a successful local business operating multiple seasonal hotdog carts, catering hundreds of events, and running a full-service restaurant at the Deer Lodge Curling Club during the winter months.
Willy Dogs Inc. is a proudly Métis-owned, family-operated Winnipeg business founded in 2018 by husband-and-wife team William (Will) and Courtney Gault.
What started with one hotdog cart, built with the help of Will’s father-in-law, has grown into a successful local business operating multiple seasonal hotdog carts, catering hundreds of events, and running a full-service restaurant at the Deer Lodge Curling Club during the winter months.
Built on Hard Work, Family and Determination
Will’s journey in the hotdog business began back in 1997. With decades of experience, countless long days, and a passion for serving great food, Willy Dogs has built a reputation for quality, reliability and friendly service.
But the story behind Willy Dogs goes much deeper than food.
Both Will and Courtney have overcome significant personal challenges, including addiction and homelessness. Today, with more than a decade of sobriety behind them, they are proof that determination, second chances and hard work can change lives.
Together, they have built more than a business. They have created something their family can be proud of, while never forgetting where they came from.
Giving Back Is at the Heart of What We Do
At Willy Dogs, we believe success isn’t measured only by what you earn, but by what you give back.
Supporting local charities, children’s health care, recovery organizations and families in need has become an important part of who we are.
Through our annual Soko Burger fundraising initiative and the generosity of our matching partners, we have helped raise more than $50,000 for local charities.
Our commitment to community has also been recognized through several honours, including the Winnipeg 150 Medal and the King Charles III Coronation Medal awarded to Will for his community contributions.
Our Promise to Winnipeg
Whether we’re serving a hotdog at a summer festival, catering a corporate event, or preparing a meal at the curling club, our commitment remains the same: great food, genuine hospitality and treating people right.
We’re proud of where we started, grateful for how far we’ve come, and excited about what the future holds.
To everyone who has supported Willy Dogs over the years — our customers, employees, family, friends and community partners — thank you for being part of our journey.
GREAT FOOD. STRONGER COMMUNITY.
Willy Dogs Inc. — More than hotdogs. A Winnipeg business with heart.
ABOUT WILLY DOGS INC.
Winnipeg Grown | Proudly Métis Owned | Family Operated