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Jun 19, 2025

Should you be worried about AI?

A recent report by the United Nations' International Labour Organization [1] suggests that jobs that are traditionally performed by women are more vulnerable to being transformed by AI than those...

Jun 12, 2025

Interprovincial trade agreements may ignite...

As we continue to grapple with the effects of tariffs, the Ontario government has taken a revolutionary step that could significantly improve the movement of goods, services and labor between...

Jun 5, 2025

The benefits of joining a niche franchise

One of the biggest benefits of franchising is the opportunity to occupy a known brand that is familiar and reassuring to the customers it serves. A well-known franchise brand secures its...

May 26, 2025

U.S. Franchise Brands Face Mounting Challenges in...

American franchise chains operating in Canada are grappling with increasing obstacles due to intensifying trade conflicts and a rising wave of economic nationalism. These tensions have not only...

May 21, 2025

Why a quarter of Canadian franchises are...

Canada's diverse population is critical to the country's economy, and it is interesting to note that educated immigrants make up a quarter of Canadian franchise owners. There are many reasons for...

May 14, 2025

Customer Service Always Saves The Day

With a large percentage of Canadian businesses reportedly expecting a recession this year, it is likely that consumers will begin cutting back on discretionary spending in an attempt to combat...

May 6, 2025

Help with tariffs is now available

Tariffs have come as a shock to our country and threaten significant harm to our economy. Many businesses have felt very uneasy, and plenty have been forthcoming in articulating the damage that...

Apr 29, 2025

Made in China? Time to Come Clean

One unexpected outcome of the tariff war is China's decision to publish the list of brands for whom they manufacture products. Many Canadian businesses will have breathed a sigh of relief, having...

Apr 22, 2025

Beware of gift card fraud

Many retail and food franchises sell gift cards and offer loyalty programs, allowing customers to purchase or earn money or points to spend on future purchases. They are a convenient offering...

Apr 7, 2025

The upcoming election - what you need to know

The first quarter of 2025 has passed in a blur of economic instability amid a backdrop of global political uproar as the US introduced tariffs of up to 25% on Canadian goods entering the United...

Mar 24, 2025

Challenge and control misinformation in the fast...

Now more than ever, the fast food franchise industry needs to attract and retain loyal customers. Times are tight and rising costs could easily see consumers swayed by the competition, or worse,...

Mar 17, 2025

Opportunities arise for domestic franchises

The news might have you believe that being in business right now is all doom and gloom, but we don't see it that way. In fact, it is possible that the tariff war could yield exciting new...

Mar 8, 2025

Look for reasons to be happy

Life may seem bleak at the moment. The news is full of tales of economic woes, political instability and impending doom, and it's understandable that these external pressures can take their...

Mar 1, 2025

Pricing transparency is essential for pet...

Recent news that the rising cost of pet care could impact Canadians' ability to own and care for their pets could threaten the viability of many pet franchises, especially if customers deem...

Feb 20, 2025

Have you considered subscription-based...

Modern consumers value convenience. They have busy lives and are digitally astute, so subscription-based franchising offers many advantages to both consumers and suppliers. Now is a great time...

Feb 15, 2025

Classifying imports for tariff purposes

As businesses look for ways to economize, fortify their supply chains and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, many are bringing manufacturing home. This move helps to create jobs, improve the...

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