World Franchise Day celebrates the impact of franchising on communities around the world, increasing awareness of the franchise business model and highlighting franchisees as small business owners who contribute to their local economies.
Franchising empowers local entrepreneurs to thrive while benefiting from the support of an established system. Working tirelessly to drive economic growth and create job opportunities in their communities, franchisees embody the true spirit of entrepreneurship, using innovation, dedication, and hard work to succeed. What sets franchising apart is its unique model, allowing entrepreneurs to be in business for themselves, but not by themselves, with access to mentorship, training, and operational support that sets them up for success.
As Canada’s 12th largest industry, franchising will contribute over $133 billion to the economy this year and create jobs for almost 2 million Canadians. Join us in celebrating this thriving industry on June 11, 2025!
Franchises ARE small business!
When you first think of a small business owner, you might think of the local couple down the street who operate their own convenience store or a family owned bakery that have been in business for generations. These small businesses are in good company with franchisees who own your local chain coffee shop or pizza parlour – places you likely visit often and support through your loyalty as a customer.
Franchises are considered small businesses, and their great perk is that they are the same across the board regardless of which location you visit. When you order a cheeseburger at any location, you’ll always get the same beef patty with two buns and a slice of cheese. You’ll never be surprised by receiving three beef patties and no cheese…or even a muffin! That’s because franchisees have a tried-and-true proven business concept they follow that provides consistent results to consumers.
Franchisees reap the benefits of joining an already established system instead of having to build themselves from the bottom up as independent owners do. They’re in business for themselves, but not by themselves. Franchisees are small business owners who live, work, and contribute to their communities, hire employees from their community, participate in local events, and serve their neighbourhood residents.