What's the Difference Between Franchise Management and Ownership?
What's the Difference Between Franchise Management and Ownership? Know how different these two roles are in the franchise world.
Boston Pizza supports local businesses as a Canada United Partner
Local businesses are an important part of our economy here in Canada and as locally owned and operated restaurants, Boston Pizza is proud to be a part of this ecosystem.
Franchise Risks You Need to Assess Right Now
Before you decide to invest in any Canadian franchise, it goes without saying that you have to try to determine how risky they are.
3 Recent Changes to Ontario Franchise Laws
The 3 Recent Changes to Ontario Franchise Laws came into force on the first of September. Learn more about them here.
It's All About Your Franchise Territory
As you look into the Canadian franchise opportunities available, one important part of your franchise agreement to review is where you will operate.
Protecting Your Investment
Having a Canadian franchise of your own can be a rewarding experience. One thing you'll need to be on the lookout for is potential fraud. Learn more.
Sources to Investigate When Considering Your New Franchise
The internet is clearly a great source to research Canadian franchises, but there are other ways to gather information that you should access, too.
Cleaning Franchises in Canada: Your Commonly Asked Questions Answered
If you're wondering about franchises in the cleaning sector, you've probably got some questions you need answers to so you can make an informed decision.
How's Your Business Plan Looking?
Before you start any new business, you will need a solid business plan for success. Here are some critical sections that should be a part of every plan.
Your Canadian Franchise During the Covid-19 Crisis
As challenging as everything is right now, there are steps you can take to help your business survive the current environment. Read on.
Create a New Life as a Franchisee
Dreaming about making a change from employee into business ownership, but you've never found the time or known how to get started? Now is the time.
Not Everything is Non-Negotiable in Your Franchise Agreement
There are areas of the agreement your franchisor will likely never budge on. If any of those areas are big "no"s for you, it's time to search for another.
5 Things To Learn About A Brand Before You Sign
Before you decide to sign a franchise agreement with a brand, you have to learn about these five crucial areas. Learn more here.
Three People You Need to Talk To Before Investing in a Franchise
When looking for a prospective Canadian franchises, it's time bring in some experts. Here are the three people you need to talk to before investing.
Top Tips for Reviewing Your Franchise Disclosure Document
Reviewing a franchise disclosure document (FDD) from a Canadian franchise can be a bit overwhelming to say the least. Here are some tips.
The Secret Ingredients of a Restaurant Franchise
Evaluate your Canadian restaurant franchise opportunity from all the angles, so that you are making a fully informed decision about your investment
Is Your Territory Protected?
Is Your Territory Protected? You need to look closely the franchise you are considering have Franchise territory protection.
Deciding Between Two Franchisees?
Try These 2 Quick Tips It's good news when your Canadian franchise search has narrowed down to two very suitable and interesting opportunities. However, now you have to decide which one you want to invest in. Use the…
Do Franchisees Have to Take Part in a Franchisor's Promos?
Marketing is a crucial part of any Canadian franchise system, and it's just as important to franchisors as it is to franchisees. As a new franchisee, you will want to know what promotional programs your franchisor has…
Children's Franchises in Canada
Children's Franchises in Canada: What to Ask Before You Leap There are more than 10 million children in Canada today, according to Statistics Canada, and just about half of all parents in Canada use some form of child…
Do Quebec Franchise Agreements Have to Be in French?
Quebec brings with it some special considerations for franchisees, and one of them is language. In Quebec, there is a provincial legislation that states the province's official language is French and details those fun…
The Royalty Rundown: What You Really Need to Consider
Even someone with the most general Canadian franchise knowledge has likely heard of a royalty fee. This is a portion of a franchisee's sale that they are obligated to pay to the franchisor, as outlined in the franchis…
What's in a Trademark?
Before you invest your cash into a Canadian franchise, you've got a lot of do. You need to read all the documentation, speak the franchisor and go through the entire process. One area that is sometimes overlooked in t…
Ontario Court Rules to Protect Franchisor from "Rogue" Franchisees
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has just granted a large home-care franchisor an injunction against some of its franchisees, who were operating several businesses without having consent from that franchisor. Tha…