ADVOCACY UPDATE | July 6, 2023
CRA and WSIB partner to give Ontario businesses another way to pay their WSIB premiums Starting July 4th, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the...
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Thank You to Our Advocacy Donors!
Advocacy is the cornerstone of our work done at CFA. As one of the CFA’s key pillars, we strive to represent and support members, while...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | June 29, 2023
The Toronto Mayor’s Race by Temple Scott Associates On Monday June 26th, the citizens of Toronto voted in the largest byelection in Canadian history, electing...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | JUNE 22, 2023
CFA’s 2023 Advocacy Accomplishments The CFA is dedicated to guaranteeing that policymakers nationwide recognize the significant role played by the franchise business model in Canada’s...
A Guide to Franchise Marketing Suppliers and Leveraging Your Brand
In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, effective marketing is essential for the success of any franchise brand. For franchise brands to expand their reach...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | June 15, 2023
CEBA Loan – Second Request for Extension The Canadian Franchise Association has sent a 2nd letter to the Minister of Finance, Hon. Chrystia Freeland MP,...
Self-service kiosks: Mitigating the restaurant industry’s unprecedented staffing shortage
As the restaurant industry grapples with a crushing labor shortage, many restaurant owners are turning to technology to help address operational challenges and improve customer...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | June 8, 2023
CFA WIN! — Important Changes to Wage-Fixing and No-Poaching Enforcement Guidelines The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) is pleased to announce another advocacy victory in protecting...
Franchise Awareness Day 2023
This year, Franchise Awareness Day took place on May 31, 2023, at Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario. This blog provides a glimpse into the day’s highlights,...
Burdens of Small Business: Employment Standards Act
The CFA met with the Ministry of Labour in January and stressed some key points to be considered when reviewing the Act: Should regulatory and...
Burdens of Small Business: Taxes
The CFA applauds the current Ontario government for holding the line on taxes since coming to power in 2018, especially during the difficult pandemic years...
Burdens of Small Business: Minimum Wage
updated October 2024 Minimum wages are on the rise across Canada as governments seek to reach a par with living wages. While this is an...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | JUNE 1, 2023
Canadian Franchise Association Welcomed to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for Franchise Awareness Day Hon. Victor Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, welcomed...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | MAY 25, 2023
Government announces lower credit card transaction fees for small businesses Small businesses pay fees to process credit card transactions, with the largest component being the...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | May 18, 2023
CFA Submission to the Competition Bureau on its Enforcement Guidance Regarding Wage-fixing and No-poaching Agreements The CFA met with the Competition Bureau on Friday, May...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | May 11, 2023
Business Conditions in Canada: First Quarter of 2023 Statistics Canada conducted a report of the current business conditions and trends in Canada following the first...
ADVOCACY UPDATE | May 4, 2023
Alberta Election Called by Temple Scott Associates Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced today that the Alberta legislature has been dissolved and that a provincial election...
Advocacy Update | April 27, 2023
CFA’S ADVOCACY PRIORITIES FOR 2022-2023 Common Employer: Adopt the Four-Factor Test There needs to be clarity in employment law that allows the franchisor to protect...
2023 CFA’s Advocacy Accomplishments
Keeping abreast of the ever-changing landscape of laws, regulations, government initiatives, and emerging concerns that could influence franchised enterprises and the franchising sector in Canada...
2023 Franchisees’ Choice Designation
The Franchisees’ Choice Designation honours CFA member franchise systems with exceptional rankings in franchisee satisfaction. The Franchisees’ Choice designees are CFA member franchise brands who...
2023 Recognition Awards
The CFA’s Recognition Awards celebrate individuals and franchise systems for their outstanding achievements, philanthropic endeavours, and contributions to the franchise community. There are seven categories...
Peter H. Thomas Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From The Canadian Franchise Association
Toronto, ON, April 4, 2023 – Peter H. Thomas, Canadian entrepreneur, investor, franchisor, author and philanthropist, has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from The Canadian...
2023 Awards of Excellence
Considered the pinnacle of franchise achievement in Canada, the CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising are given annually to franchise systems that have demonstrated superior...
2023 Franchisee of the Year
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...
Inspiration Learning Centre: Digital Marketing Intern
Inspiration Learning Center (Markham) is seeking individuals who: · Are passionate about marketing, social media · Know how social content can impact customer interactions and...
Canadian Franchise Association: Corporate Governance Assistant
Job Title: Corporate Governance Assistant Hourly Rate: $17/hour Hours / Week: 35 Number of Weeks: 12 Tasks and Responsibilities: The Corporate Governance Assistant will support...
Inspiration Learning Centre: ECA
Full Job Description ECA We are looking for a passionate and caring Early Childhood Assistant to join our fast-growing team. This person must be very...
Franchise Awareness Day 2023
FRANCHISE AWARENESS DAY This year, Franchise Awareness Day will take place on May 31, 2023, at Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario. Don’t miss an opportunity to...
Reshift Media Named Best Franchise Marketing Firm by the 2023 Global Franchise Awards
Canadian digital marketing agency and long-time CFA member Reshift Media has been named the Best Franchise Marketing Firm at the 2023 Global Franchise Awards. Companies...