Have You Considered the Canadian Home Services and Mobile Franchise Sector Lately?
Everyone is busy these days, mobile franchises & home services in Canada get to offer something to customers that many other business cannot: more time.
Electronic Disclosure Finally Coming to Ontario
The National Law Review reports that long-awaited changes are coming to the ways franchisors are allowed to deliver their disclosure to franchisees in Ontario. Previously, Ontario's laws required franchisors to delive…
What to Know About a U.S. Franchise in Canada
While Canada certainly has many successful franchise systems that were founded and grew at home, many brands born in the U.S. are quite familiar to Canadians. Therefore, you may be thinking about opening a franchise l…
Saskatoon: A Franchise Location to Seriously Consider
The Saskatchewan city of Saskatoon is now the third best place to do business in Canada according to a recent ranking by Canadian Business Magazine. The publication used more than 20 different factors to create its gr…
Owning Multiple Franchise Units: Are You the Right Fit?
The Canadian franchise industry is vast, generating around $68 billion annually, according to the Canadian Franchise Association. Within that industry, you'll also find the multi-unit owner, someone who owns more than…
Working From Home?
The Canadian franchise industry is growing, with the Canadian Franchise Association reporting the entire industry generates around $68 billion dollars a year in the country (http://www.cfa.ca). Within that segment, yo…
What Help do Franchisors Provide Their Franchisees when it Comes to Leasing Commercial or Retail Space?
We have discussed the scenarios franchisees can expect from their franchisor in our book, Negotiating Commercial Leases & Renewals FOR DUMMIES. Learn more.
The Canadian Beauty Franchise Bump
The Canadian Beauty Franchise Bump: Are You Feeling Pretty Yet? Beauty franchises in Canada are hot, and the trend hasn't shown any signs of stopping any time soon. According to research and statistic firm IBIS World,…
Franchisees and the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan Act (ORPP)
As reported by CBC News, Ontario just passed the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan Act at the beginning of June (http://www.cbc.ca ) . If you're planning to buy a franchise in the Ontario area, here's what you should kn…
Made In The Shade Blinds & More Eyeing Canadian Market Expansion
Custom window treatments brand Made In The Shade Blinds & More debuted in January of 2004 and has grown significantly in Canada and the US since then. Created by home interiors industry veteran Cathy Morse, this franc…
Online Customer Reviews Can Make or Break You
When you're running a Canadian franchise, especially a restaurant, one thing to keep is mind is the importance of good online reviews. Web use is hitting all-time highs, with CBC News reporting that Canadians spend th…
Your First Trade Show: A Checklist
Trade shows are a great way to expose yourself to multiple franchises at one time while also learning about the various offerings. Although the web is certainly a solid resource in its own right, there may come a time…
Franchise Law Changes Landing in 3 Provinces
Whether you're a current franchisee or a prospective one, it's always wise to stay on top of franchise laws so you know what's coming down the pike. There are big changes coming to franchise laws in three provinces, s…
The Importance of Time, Timelines, and Timing with Your Commercial Lease – For Franchise Tenants
As we emphasize in our new book, Negotiating Commercial Leases & Renewals FOR DUMMIES, the leasing process takes time to complete. Considering the number of steps involved and negotiating time required, your franchise…
The Franchisor - Franchisee Relationship: How Do You Know if it's Good?
The Franchisor - Franchisee Relationship: How Do You Know if it's Good? With more than 1,000 franchise brands operating in Canada today according to the Canadian Franchise Association, finding the right one for you ca…
Top Canadian Franchise Law Topics for 2016
As a current or potential franchisee, staying on top of laws that affect Canadian franchises is a must. Pending and incoming legislation can have an impact on your business on multiple levels, so read on to discover t…
Doctor Screen Opens New Territories Across Canada
Doctor Screen has enjoyed a rapid growth in the niche business of mobile screen repair since opening in March 2014.
Customer Complaint Management: Are You Prepared to Answer The Call?
Customer Complaint Management: Are You Prepared to Answer The Call? As a Canadian franchisee or a prospective one, you know that customers are a significant portion of your bottom line. Poor customer complaint managem…
Customer Complaint Management: Are You Prepared to Answer The Call?
Customer Complaint Management: Are You Prepared to Answer The Call? As a Canadian franchisee or a prospective one, you know that customers are a significant portion of your bottom line. Poor customer complaint managem…
Chem-Dry Flies High on FranchiseRankings.com
Chem-Dry has appeared on "best of" lists from leading review and rating provider FranchiseRankings.com yet again.
Franchises and CASL: Are You Prepared?
Franchises and Canada’s Anti-Spam Laws: Are You Prepared? As a current or potential Canadian franchisee, you need to be familiar with many Canadian business laws, and one set you should know in particular is Canada’s…
M&M Meat Shops Gets New Name, New Look and New Products
The biggest specialty frozen food retail chain in Canada is getting a new name and expanding its customer offerings. M&M Meat Shops Ltd.'s new name is M&M Food Market.
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…
What's the Hottest Franchise in Canada?
With the Canadian Franchise Association reporting that there are currently around 1,300 different brands operating in Canada, it can be tough to decide which one to go for. Given all that variety, it's only natural to…