Top Canadian Franchises in 2011

Despite the economic downturn of the last couple years, franchising in Canada has remained a dominating force. If you’ve ever thought of getting into business for yourself, franchising remains the safest way to do so. A great place to start your search is with Canada’s top performing franchises for 2011:

Anytime Fitness is not only the largest, but also the fastest-growing fitness franchise in the world. The alternative to over-sized and over-priced health clubs, providing a viable business model for independent franchisees and affordable fitness options… Read More.

The SUBWAY® franchise is the largest restaurant chain in North America and is poised to become the largest restaurant chain in the world. The SUBWAY® franchise system places a focus on making great sandwiches.…

With a Snap-on franchise, you'll sell the #1 branded product in the category, Snap-on Tools. And you'll have a solid foundation of existing and potential customers to call on.

With nearly 2000 locations worldwide, Snap Fitness is the fastest growing franchisor of complete state-of-the-art fitness centers. Contact us today to learn more about this healthy business opportunity.

Enormous strength, limitless potential and unparalleled brand recognition. Over 5900 locations worldwide. Digital print & photocopy (Colour & B/W) Worldwide courier, packaging & mail receiving services.

Padgett Business Services is Canada’s leading supplier of Small Business services. For 45 years, we have catered to the individual needs of Small Business owners through a network of over 400 local owner-operated offices.

Minuteman Press International is a full service printing and graphics franchise offering a complete range of services from graphic design to multicolor capabilities. Primarily geared to the business and commercial community, a virtual one-stop center for all your printing and graphic needs…

Rated the #1 franchise in the industry for more than 10 years. Aamco has been the experts in transmissions and complete car care since 1962. Now expanding dramatically in Canada…

Maid Brigade is a residential cleaning service with over 400 professional cleaning franchise locations operating in the US and Canada. We have remained at the forefront of our industry, commanding a growing market share every year we've been in business…

Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. Papa John’s is the most quality-focused pizza company in the world with a simple formula for success: focus on one thing – quality - and do it better than anyone else…

Franchising in Canada accounts for 10% of our GDP, 40% of retail sales and employs over 1 million Canadians. With over 78,000 franchise units across Canada, is there any doubt there is a franchise out there with your name on it? View our Franchise Directory to start your journey towards self-employment today.

Source for Top Franchises of 2011: Entrepreneur Magazine