Franchising Basics: How Do I Buy a Franchise?
Franchise experts weigh in on what you need to know when taking the big step into business ownership You’re ready to own your own business...
Category : Resources for Educators
A collection of resource articles, including guides, checklists, and case studies. An indispensable asset for franchising educators.
Your Guide to Franchising
We’re taking you through the steps and terms you need to know before starting your franchise journey This content is taken from the CFA’s March...
The Canadian Franchise Association Members and Community
The Canadian Franchise Association’s (CFA) purpose is to help everyday Canadians realize their dream of building their own business by: The Association currently has almost...
Business Plan and Financial Management Basics
One thing that all franchise opportunities have in common is the need to plan for success. By establishing a business plan, you indicate that you’ve...
Site Selection, Territories, and Real Estate
Location is everything when it comes to franchising. It can determine the amount of traffic a franchise gets, and the quality of that traffic. Knowing...
Dealing with Disputes
When it comes to managing a brand, franchisees and franchisors can butt heads. Everybody wants their voice heard and everyone wants to do what’s best...
Due Diligence: Financial Aspects of Franchising
Before starting a relationship with a new franchise, you should investigate certain legal and financial aspects carefully. Ensuring that you’re not entering a bad deal...
Basics of Buying a Franchise
Finding a franchise that fits With the variety of franchise businesses in Canada, prospective franchisees have to ask themselves which franchise suits them best. Prospective...
Types of Ownership Models
The type of franchise agreement can vary, especially as the number of franchise units grows beyond single-unit ownership, like in the case of area development,...
How to Become a Franchisee
Franchising refers to the business ownership model in which an owner (the franchisor) gives license to a third party (the franchisee), allowing them the right...