When Will My Canadian Franchise Turn a Profit?
The timeline for a franchise's profitability is normally at the forefront of any prospective or new franchisee's mind. This makes sense; you invested time and money into the franchise, so you want to know when you wil…
Ease Your Business Fears with a Franchise
When you are dreaming about owning your own business, one obstacle in your way can be your own natural fear. Starting a new business can be a scary prospect as you are usually risking your own money and possibly someo…
6 Franchise Business Plan Must-Haves
Your business plan for your Canadian franchisor is your blueprint for success, and it is also something lenders will consider when evaluating your loan application. If you haven't made a business plan before, the proc…
3 Things to Consider When Franchising on a Budget
If you're ready to get your own Canadian franchise but aren't sure whether you can afford the investment, keep reading. It may be possible if you know where to look and what you're up against. The start-up costs The i…
Real Property Management Shows Strong Expansion Across Canada
Real Property Management (RPM), the largest residential property management company in North America, welcomes five new locations across Canada in April, 2018. With two new openings in Alberta, two in Ontario, and one…
Talking to the Franchisor's Team
People You'll Encounter in the Canadian Franchise Discovery Process When you are interested in a Canadian franchise, you're going to talk to a lot of people on your way through the process. Knowing who they are and wh…
3 Stepping Stones on the Franchisee Path
Once you decide that you want to be franchisee in Canada, the next steps can be surprisingly tricky. If you don't make the right moves, you may not achieve your goal of business ownership. Start out with the three nec…
Funding Your Franchise Without the Bank
The franchise process in Canada has many moving parts, and one that sometimes proves to be troublesome for some prospective franchisees is the financing. You need to be able to survive while your business grows, so em…
Boston Pizza Focuses Its Expansion on Ontario and Eastern Canada
Boston Pizza, Canada's largest casual dining restaurant franchise continues its emphasis on expansion in Ontario and Eastern Canada. Learn more about it here.
Low-Cost Canadian Franchises: Points to Consider
When you're taking a look at all the Canadian franchises that are available, price is always going to be somewhat high on your list. When you're looking at entry cost, you're really considering how well you can manage…
The Franchise Advisory Council
All About the Franchise Advisory Council As you research Canadian franchise brands, you'll take in a lot of information about each opportunity. One thing you might have come across is the Franchise Advisory Council (F…
The Earnings Projection: What to Consider
As a prospective Canadian franchisee, you're naturally investigating more than one brand. One specific question that always comes up in a franchise search is the return on investment (ROI), which is essentially how mu…
Finding Your Dream Canadian Franchise Business Partner
Going into a Canadian franchise by yourself can feel daunting, which is why some people take on a partner. Having someone else working with you as an equal in the business can boost your chances of success, but only i…
The Franchise Salesperson Edition: 5 Burning Questions
There are many franchise brands in Canada today across multiple industries, so you have a pretty healthy selection when you decide to go into business for yourself. One of the first serious connections you'll have wit…
4 Frighteningly Common Financing Flubs
If you can't make your Canadian franchise dreams happen because of funding, you do have options in the form of loans. Naturally, this move does come with risks, so you need to be aware of the following common financin…
NHANCE Ontario, Canada Master Franchise First Annual Convention 2017
NHance Ontario , Canada Master Franchise, held its first annual, 3 day convention in April 2017. The event was a great success, bringing together all the franchisees to meet and learn from the NHance Master Franchise…
3 Financing Flubs Canadian Franchisees Can't Afford to Make
With it comes to franchises in Canada, funding can be a barrier for some people. With financing, however, you can land the right franchise without struggling from the start or never even getting off the ground as long…
Crunch Your Canadian Franchise Numbers
Canada is home to a large number of franchises. The Canadian Franchise Association reports that there are currently around 1,300 brands operating in the country across multiple industries (https://www.cfa.ca/tools_res…
Franchise Equipment: What's Your Plan?
Once you've done all your homework and found the right Canadian franchise for you, there are still a lot of things to think about. One area in particular that doesn't get enough attention is equipment, specifically th…
Is the Canada Small Business Financing Program Right for You?
You don't have to add to the uncertainty surrounding starting a new Canadian franchise business by not having a clear financing path lined up. While you can do things like borrow against your home or retirement accoun…
Three Canadian Franchise Myths
Becoming a franchisee is a huge commitment that impacts both a franchisee's personal and financial lives, so it's no wonder that many people invest a lot of time and research into it before making any commitments. Aft…
Express Employment Professionals Eyeing Canadian Expansion
Express Employment Professionals Eyeing Canadian Expansion Rapidly growing staffing agency Express Employment Professionals is seeing a spike in demand for offices across Canada as more and more job seekers and busine…
Public Speaking
Like singing, public speaking is a performance. Your goal is to win opinion and to inspire action for your business or cause. Perhaps it's your business plan, and you are presenting it to a group of potential investor…
Should You Buy a Franchise or Get a Job?
Even though the concept of franchising was designed to make owning a business a reality for people who aren't able to start one on their own, it's become an opportunity for those who simply can't find a job they enjoy…