Trends in Franchise Education: Preparing the Next Generation of Franchisees
By Mary MacDonald, CFE Franchising in Canada continues to grow in scale, diversity, and complexity. The sector is the 12th-largest in Canada, contributing $133 billion...
Category : January/February 2026
Small Business, Big Future
An RBC poll says entrepreneurial ambition is at an eight-year high. Is 2026 the year of the small business owner? According to the annual RBC...
Must-Know Business Terms and Trends for the Year Ahead
By Niyati Budhiraja, Social and Community Engagement Specialist, Moneris As a small or medium-sized business owner, you already wear a lot of hats. From managing...
The Role of Consumer Spending Data in Decision Making During Economic Uncertainty
By Sean McCormick, Vice President, Business Development-Data Services, Moneris Not since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020 have consumers and businesses faced this...
Expert Roundtable: AI Innovation and Integration in Franchising
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to advance and grow in popularity, all industries are looking to utilize the technology to help their businesses benefit and...
Ask a Marketing Expert: Is Your Franchise Ready for the AI Era of Search?
Think about the last time you had a question and went searching for answers online. Did you type it into Google and click through to...
The First Year: Diving Into New Opportunities with Water Babies
Water Babies franchisee Brittany Torres is helping grow swimming skills and community By Suzanne Bowness Franchisee Brittany Torres first discovered Water Babies not as a...
A Day in the Life: A Charming Business with Gem Studio
By Alya Somar Gathering spaces are evolving in the rapidly changing world. As people search for places to connect and bond with each other, businesses...
Iconic Brand: The Sweet Spot with Dairy Queen Canada
Dairy Queen Canada’s recipe for modern franchise success By Gina Makkar For nearly nine decades, Dairy Queen’s hot foods and treats have been a taste...