Franchisees’ Choice
Using the CFA Awards Program Survey, the Franchisees’ Choice Designation honours franchise systems with exceptional rankings in franchisee satisfaction. View last year’s winners.
Recognition Awards
We recognize significant achievements and contributions to franchising by organizations and individuals through the CFA Recognition Awards. View last year’s winners.
Franchisee of the Year
This award shines a spotlight on Canada’s superstar franchisees. This award is presented to a top franchise partner in both a traditional and non-traditional franchise. View last year’s winners.
CFA Awards Program – Celebrating Excellence in Every Franchise!
Are you ready to showcase the outstanding achievements and innovation within your franchise? The CFA Awards Program is your platform to step into the spotlight and be recognized for your commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in the franchising industry.
Why Participate?
⭐ Recognition & Prestige: Highlight your franchise’s success and gain well-deserved recognition from industry leaders, peers, and potential customers.
⭐ Network with the Best: Connect with like-minded professionals, industry experts, and potential collaborators during the Recognition Awards Luncheon and Gala Awards Dinner at the CFA National Convention.
⭐ Boost Your Brand: Winning a CFA Award helps elevate your brand, building trust and confidence among customers and stakeholders.
Participation in the CFA Awards Program is free and exclusive to CFA members in good standing at the time of both nomination and award presentation. (Brands wishing to participate must have been CFA members for one year or longer at time of nomination.)
📌 Deadline for Submissions: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Awards Presentation: Recipients will be celebrated during two signature events at the 2026 CFA National Convention, taking place at The Westin, Ottawa:
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- Recognition Awards Luncheon – Sunday, April 19, 2026
- Gala Awards Dinner – Monday, April 20, 2026
Privacy Notice: All nominee information is kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone, including nominees. The information collected will only be used for administering the CFA Awards Program.
For questions about the CFA Awards Program, please contact Lina Zita, Membership Specialist at lzita@cfa.ca.
Ready to be recognized? Submit your nomination today and celebrate the excellence that defines your franchise!
For questions, please contact Lina Zita at lzita@cfa.ca
INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP?
The CFA serves people in the Canadian franchise community by providing support, learning resources, and growth opportunities. Our two membership categories are franchisors (including system franchisees) and franchise suppliers.