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Dec 10, 2024

Handling postal service disruptions at Christmas

For franchises that sell products online and ship them to customers, news of postal service disruptions at this critical time of year can be very disheartening. After all, nobody wants to let...

Dec 3, 2024

Looking to join a franchise in 2025?

If you have decided that 2025 is the year that you will become your own boss, franchising may be the entry you need into entrepreneurship. Franchising offers you a support network, training, an...

Nov 29, 2024

Why franchising is perfect for graduates

The news is full of stories about highly qualified graduates who cannot find work. Instead of feeling gloomy about the state of the Canadian job market, why not expand your horizons and consider...

Nov 21, 2024

Don't be caught out by minimum wage increases

The minimum wage for temporary foreign workers is rising on November 8, and if you are looking to recruit seasonal help for Christmas, this change will affect you. . What is...

Nov 11, 2024

Hiring temporary foreign workers: What you need to...

There are three ways in which Canadian franchises can employ foreign workers on temporary contracts: 1. Via the Temporary Foreign Worker Program [1] 2. By obtaining an International...

Oct 31, 2024

Hiring The Right People

Many franchises - such as food, hospitality and delivery franchises - need staff to meet demand, but others - including service-based franchises such as cleaning, dog walking and vending machine...

Oct 22, 2024

Countdown to Christmas is On!

With Thanksgiving out of the way and Halloween around the corner, the countdown is now on to Christmas. For many, this is a period that will see sales increase and customers become more...

Oct 15, 2024

How to establish an effective franchisee network

Expanding your business through franchising requires that you build a team of dedicated and passionate entrepreneurs who share your vision and are equally passionate about the success of your...

Oct 4, 2024

No capital? No problem

Being stuck in a job that you don't enjoy makes life dismal, particularly if you are passionate about running your own business but need some help getting started on your journey to...

Sep 25, 2024

Can foreign franchises set up shop in Canada?

Canada is a land of opportunity and one that is very attractive to many foreign entrepreneurs. Could somebody who has operated a franchise overseas establish a branch in Canada and continue their...

Sep 17, 2024

Buying out another franchisee

Franchisees sometimes wish to exit their franchise agreement for some reason, selling their business and pursuing other avenues. This creates an opportunity for somebody else to purchase a...

Sep 5, 2024

How to reach new audiences

For your franchise business to expand and grow, you need to find new franchisees in different territories and come up with a way to appeal to a wider demographic. Your marketing may need to...

Aug 22, 2024

Prepare now for next term

If you are running a school-related franchise, you have probably enjoyed a few quieter weeks during the summer break, but now is the time to start thinking about getting some administrative tasks...

Aug 16, 2024

Don't take your leads for granted

Every new business owner needs to master a number of different skills, including handling payroll, inventory management, recruiting and bookkeeping, but one area that is often overlooked is lead...

Aug 9, 2024

Tech-protect your business

As much as you may hate to admit it, your business is a prime target for hackers and scammers who will attempt to exploit any vulnerabilities in your technology to access your data and disrupt...

Aug 6, 2024

What are the lowest-risk franchise sectors?

As we approach a new year, many Canadians will be looking for ways to maximize their income. For some, franchising will offer the perfect opportunity to develop a business that supplements their...

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