Join a growing community of franchise professionals committed to advancing best practices through the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) designation, the gold standard in franchising professional development. The program strengthens expertise across the legal and business dimensions of franchising, from franchise development and operations to leadership and compliance. Participants deepen their expertise in franchising while strengthening their ability to lead and grow successful franchise systems.

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CFE: Elevating Franchise Excellence in Canada

The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) has partnered with the International Franchise Association (IFA) to proudly bring you the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) Certification Program in Canada.

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How to Apply

Want to start your CFE journey? Learn how to enrol in the CFE program.

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CFE Credits and Requirements

Participants in the CFE Program need 3,500 credits to receive the CFE designation. Credits for the CFE Program are broken out into two main categories: Education and Participation.

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CFE Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about the CFE Program? Here are some frequently asked questions with answers that might help.

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