For Prospective Franchisees, Social Media Matters
When you are researching Canadian franchise opportunities, you are evaluating several factors, including profitability, investment, territory availability and potential locations. However, there is one area that is be…
FASTSIGNS Has New Ownership
FASTSIGNS Intl. purchased by LightBay Capital and Freeman Spogli FASTSIGNS Intl. embarks in a massive expansion footprint. For this, the already industry leader has been acquired by two private equity firms with stron…
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…
Your Franchise Signage Matters
It's always easier for customers to find you when you have a noticeable sign with your business name on it outside the establishment. Generally speaking, the larger the sign, the better - but it's also important to ma…
4 Ideas for the New Canadian Franchisee
If you have just opened your first Canadian franchise or are about to, you may be wondering what you can purchase to help build your business. Here are four things to consider splurging on to help you build your new b…
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…
Albertans Exploring Franchises in the Economic Downturn
Financial insecurity drove some residents of Alberta to the Canadian Franchise Association's annual Franchise Canada Show. The association is a nonprofit that supports franchisees and franchisors across the country, c…
When is the "Right" Time to Buy a Canadian Franchise?
It can be tough to decide when you're ready to buy a franchise. After all, good timing is important. At the same time, some people never believe they are ready and miss out on the opportunity entirely. If you're not s…
What did the Mercedes-Benz Stadium do with all its cooking oil after the Super Bowl?
Well, they called Filta. Every time there is a game in any stadium there is a lot of fried food, that's just the way it is.
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…
4 Ways to Keep Yourself on the Path to a Franchise
Becoming a goal-oriented person is pretty much a requirement for a successful Canadian franchise, and luckily, it isn't as hard as it seems. Try the techniques below to get more done in your daily life and get yoursel…
The Chem-Dry Franchisee Revolution
Back when Robert Harris founded the in-home upholstery and carpet cleaning service Chem-Dry in 1977, he tried to meet everyone's needs.
Your Canadian Franchise and Instagram
There is an array of social media platforms out there today that can be used to boost your franchise's profile and increase brand awareness. Mainstays such as LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook are obvious outlets, but th…
3 Ways to Build Loyalty With Customers At Your New Franchise
Tides are constantly shifting in the consumer landscape, with fads and social trends both playing a crucial part in the success of a Canadian franchise. To establish the reputation of your new franchise, you have to b…
Congratulations DOGTOPIA
Dogtopia makes the Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 List. 2018 was a solid year for Dogtopia, they sold 100 units, opened 25 new locations and started business in 9 new states.
9 Operating Cost Rent Issues for Franchise Tenants
Franchise tenants are rarely happy with their operating costs; at best, they’re ambivalent to them and, at worst, they’re upset with them. The two issues that most upset franchise tenants are ever-increasing operating…
The Franchise Site Selection
Once you've decided to purchase a Canadian franchise and have done your homework and identified your brand, it may seem like all the research work is over and you are on your way. However, there is a crucial component…
The Unexpected Cannabis Franchising Opportunities
The legalization of cannabis offers an array of franchising opportunities for those with the entrepreneurial drive. With over 130,000 companies created every year in Canada, franchising appeals to people who are inter…
The Rise of the Multi-Unit Franchisee in Canada
The Rise of the Multi-Unit Franchisee in Canada
Symposium Café Awarded Highest Honours
Symposium Café is honoured to have been awarded the CFA Franchisee’s Choice award for 8 consecutive years as well as the Award of Excellence Gold and the 2017 and 2018 Award of Excellence Grand Prize in Traditional Fr…
The Secrets of Success for the Semi-Absent Franchisee
A semi-absent Canadian franchise could be the right move for you if you want to build your business but still need the security of your day job and paycheck while that's happening. This type of ownership has its own u…
3 Common Errors New Franchisees Make
When you start something new, it's only natural to experience some trial and error. Making mistakes is a part of the learning process, and when you are a new franchisee in Canada, you can expect to make your share of…
The Canadian Medical Franchise Industry: A Wide Open Field
Medical franchises cover a vast array of services that relate to the healthcare industry in Canada. This is a rapidly growing sector that is consistently expanding and offers opportunities in many different formats wo…
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…