The Canadian Franchise Industry Economic Outlook is the CFA’s flagship economic report on the state and future of franchising in Canada.

Produced in partnership with the Canadian Centre for Economic Analysis (CANCEA), the report provides a comprehensive overview of the franchise sector’s economic impact, including employment, GDP contribution, number of franchise establishments, and projected industry growth across Canada.

The Franchise Forecast helps policymakers, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs understand the scale and importance of franchising in the Canadian economy. It also highlights emerging trends, economic conditions affecting franchise businesses, and the outlook for the industry in the years ahead.

CFA Economic Outlook 2025
Franchise Forecast 2025

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CFA Economic Outlook 2024
Franchise Forecast 2024

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CFA Economic Outlook 2023
Franchise Forecast 2023

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CFA Franchise Forecast 2022
Franchise Forecast 2022

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CFA Growing Together
Franchise Forecast 2019

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