Doctor Screen Rolls Across Canada with the Help of BeTheBoss
Doctor Screen, the screen repair franchise that provides savings and convenience to home and business owners, has just welcomed its eighth distributor this year.
4 Social Media Mistakes Your Franchise Can't Afford to Make
Businesses are using social media more and more every day, and it's a great tool for building a successful Canadian franchise. Statista reports that more than 20 million Canadians will have at least one social media a…
Counteroffering the Landlord’s Lease-Renewal Proposal
Counteroffering the Landlord’s Lease-Renewal Proposal – For Franchise Tenants As a prospective or new franchisee, you will have to deal with the initial commercial lease. When you do open for business, you will, in du…
Canadian Franchise Lingo
Canadian Franchise Lingo: Demystifying the Jargon You've probably come across quite a few industry terms while investigating Canadian franchise brands. Some of them are self-explanatory or easy enough to understand, b…
Termination Provisions
Termination Provisions: Do You Know How You Could Lose Your Canadian Franchise? A franchise agreement is an incredibly important document. This is the contract you’ll sign with the franchisor that contains all the ter…
Doctor Screen Goes West
Doctor Screen heads West to hold Distributor Fairs in Winnipeg and Edmonton” While delivering a Mobile Clinic to his Newest Doctor in Calgary.
British Columbia's New Franchise Rules Increase Protection for Franchisees
The new Franchises Act of British Columbia is going to take effect on February 1, 2017, making the "Pacific Province" the sixth province to regulate the industry in Canada.
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…
Recent Ruling Challenges Longstanding Franchise Location Practice
As reported by Mondaq (www.mondaq.com ), a recent Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruling may have a significant impact on the practice of franchise location selection after an agreement has been signed. Currently, m…
Franchise Marketing and Advertising: What to Look For
With more than 1,300 different franchise brands in Canada across more than 50 industries, according to the Canadian Franchise Association, finding the ideal fit for you may seem like a daunting task. If you've already…
The ABCs of Brand Awareness
The ABCs of Brand Awareness There are around 1,300 different franchise brands operating in Canada today, and it's not just about food any more. In fact, the Canadian Franchise Association reports that 60 percent of th…
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…