5 Tips for Evaluating a Franchise Resale
Under many Canadian franchisers, you can buy an existing franchise business that the owner wants to sell. While this might be more costly than opening up a new franchise, you get the benefit of an established business…
The Truth Behind the "Turnkey" Franchise
You've likely come across the term "turnkey" in your Canadian franchise search and wondered what it meant. This generally refers to a package that is so complete that everything needed to start your franchise will be…
MTY Moves Toward Adding Another Brand to its Arsenal
Quebec-based franchisor MTY Group has announced plans to acquire Yuzu Sushi. MTY, the powerful franchise corporation has entered an agreement to purchase the sushi restaurant brand Yuzu Sushi, a fast-growing food fran…
Basil Box Just Opened its First BC Location
Right in the heart of Vancouver downtown is a new restaurant. Yes, Basil Box is right in a prime location on the corner of Burrard and Robson, the busiest commercial block in Vancouver. Just a few years after its init…
Your Franchise Grand Opening: Go Big or Go Home
Once you've made your final Canadian franchise decision or are just about to, you're already probably shifting gears to your grand opening day. This can be a very exciting time for you as a franchisee, but it's also y…
3 "Recession-Proof" Sectors to Seriously Think About
Just like the weather in Canada, the economy has its up and downs. When you are considering the various brands and industries available in the franchise sector, it doesn't hurt to consider options from some of the mor…
Protecting Your Business From Fraud
Red Flags As a franchisee in Canada, you're susceptible to fraud just like any other small businesses. This can come from unexpected places; not all fraud stems from employees who got hired at your business just for t…
The Chopped Leaf Celebrates 80th store opening with Plans for more Canada-Wide Expansion
The Chopped Leaf is a fresh casual brand that is targeting Southern Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada for expansion. Learn more here.
Canadian Franchise Research: Leaving No Stone Unturned
When you're researching Canadian franchise opportunities, it pays to be as thorough as possible. After all, you want to know as much as you can before you make such a significant investment of your time and your money…
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…
3 Uncommon Questions To Ask Your Franchisor
When you're meeting with a prospective Canadian franchisor, it's often recommended that you have a list of questions to ask. Many of these questions are fairly intuitive, such as what the fees are, how the royalty is…
Pu¨r & Simple announces broad expansion across Canada!
Canada’s innovative breakfast and lunch franchise is growing fast. Many great locations are still available across the country as the strong Franchise family network grows. This is a great time to look into this excit…
Neighborly Franchise Hit Milestone in 2018
Neighborly, the largest home service franchise organization on the planet hit another achievement in 2018. Back in June, the organization declared the sale of Neighborly by equity firm The Riverside Company to Harvest…
5 Massive Marketing Trends for 2019
Bushiness and organizations worldwide need marketing and advertising in place to grow and expand. The advertising and marketing industry in Canada is robust, with Statista reporting that just over $11 billion was spen…
SERVPRO Announces Opening of Kelowna Franchise
SERVPRO®, a leader in restoration and cleanup, has just announced the grand opening of its first British Columbia franchise.
What is the Competitor Franchisee in Canada?
During your franchise research, you may have come across the term or concept of "competitor franchisee". This is a franchisee who uses the franchisor's propriety or inside information against it or who unfairly compet…
Are You An Extrovert?
Are You An Extrovert? Here Are Some Franchises to Consider Franchise opportunities in Canada are available across various industries. The ideal approach is to find one that meets your goals and will work in your area.…
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…
Three Times When Buying a Franchise Make Sense
If your problem is not which franchise to buy but when to act, keep in mind that some moments might work better than others when buying a Canadian franchise. Here are three points in your life that could be perfect ti…
Congratulations INSPIRATION LEARNING CENTRE
Inspiration Learning Centre takes the Grand Prize in the 2019 CFA Award of Excellence as well as Gold for Traditional Franchises with 6 to 15 units.
Congratulations SYMPOSIUM
Congratulations SYMPOSIUM Symposium Cafe takes Gold in the 2019 CFA Award of Excellence under Traditional Franchises with 16 to 29 units. The CFA just announced the traditional brick and mortar and non-traditional 201…
Congratulations FASTSIGNS
Congratulations FASTSIGNS FASTSIGNS takes Silver in the 2019 CFA Award of Excellence under Traditional Franchises with 33 to 99 units. The CFA just announced the traditional brick and mortar and non-traditional 2019 A…
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…
Online Feedback: What You Need to Know
Online Feedback and the Prospective Franchisee: What to Know Before You Dive In It's likely no surprise to hear that online and social media management is no longer optional for a business. Consumers these days regula…