Franchise Development Day

Whether you are an emerging franchisor looking to scale or an established brand aiming to expand your reach, this event is designed to provide the insights, strategies, and connections you need to take your development efforts to the next level. Learn More

Events Calendar

The CFA strives to provide our members with key opportunities that can help drive the success of their businesses through education, networking and lead generation. Please review the CFA Event Policies before attending any CFA Events. Learn More

Education Offerings

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Evening Education Webinars

The CFA’s Evening Education Series offers targeted, expert-led sessions for franchise professionals looking to improve operations. These sessions, conveniently held virtually after work hours, provide practical insights into franchising challenges in Canada. Register Now

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    Advancing & Supporting the Franchise Community Since 1967

    Beyond its role as the voice of the franchise industry, the CFA strengthens and develops franchising by delivering best-practice education and creating rewarding connections between Canadians and the opportunities in franchising. Franchising is the 12th largest industry in Canada and franchised businesses contribute almost $150 billion per year to the Canadian economy, creating jobs for almost two million Canadians. The CFA produces Franchise Canada magazine, Franchise Canada Shows, and LookforaFranchise.ca.

    Franchising is the 12th largest industry in Canada
    Franchised businesses projected to contribute almost $150 billion in 2026 to the Canadian economy.
    Creating jobs for almost two million Canadians

    What We Do

    The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) helps everyday Canadians realize the dream of building their own business through the power of franchising. The CFA advocates on issues that impact this dream on behalf of approximately 650 corporate members and over 40,000 franchisees from many of Canada’s best-known and emerging franchise brands

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    Presented by the Canadian Franchise Association, the Franchisee of the Year Award recognizes top-performing franchisees for their unique accomplishments and excellence in business performance, community…

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    “You know that you’re in good company when you look at their roster of members, suppliers and most of all, the knowledgeable team from the CFA. Great networking and learning.”

    Kirk Allen COO & Founder, Reshift Media
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    “The Canadian Franchise Association is a first-class association that not only listens to its members, but also acts on their behalf while representing for the greater good of franchising.”

    Ken Leblanc CEO, PropertyGuys.com