
WELCOME
Since 1996, the Franchise Canada Show has helped Canadians discover the many rewarding franchise opportunities that are available.
By coming here today you’ve made the first step in entering the world of franchising. Make the most of your time at the Franchise Canada Show with these tradeshow tips!
- Visit every exhibitor to discover which franchise system may be right for you
- Visit the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) Communication booth for resources to help you on your franchising journey
- Bookmark this Show Guide for post-show follow-up with exhibitors
- Attend the free seminars and participate in engaging roundtable sessions
The Franchise Canada Show is the perfect place to begin your new business search or to finalize your decision-making process. Meet face-to-face with franchisors and franchisees to learn about their proven business opportunities. You’ll find opportunities in every industry, at every investment level, full-time, seasonal, and part-time.
Over two action-packed days, aspiring franchisees will have access to top franchises, eight hours of free seminars, expert consultations, free samples, resources, and more.
Franchising Fundamentals
AREA DEVELOPMENT: An agreement for one franchisee to open a specific number of locations
within a specific geographical area within a certain time period
more locations
MASTER FRANCHISEE: The master franchisee is able to sub-franchise and grant franchises
to other franchisees within an assigned territory
About the Canadian Franchise Association
The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) is a national, not-for-profit association of more than 600 corporate members representing over 40,000 franchise business owners. We help everyday Canadians realize their dreams of business ownership through franchising. We are the voice of the franchise community and speak for a business sector that represents every industry and touches the lives of every
Canadian, in every community across the country. For more information, visit www.cfa.ca.
Look for the Logo!

As you investigate the many franchise opportunities available to you, look for the CFA member logo. Typically featured on websites, in franchise literature, and in tradeshow displays, this blue and white logo identifies franchise systems and franchise support services/suppliers as members of the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA).
CFA promotes excellence in franchising in Canada, and its members voluntarily agree to follow the CFA’s Code of Ethics and are committed to supporting the Association’s goals.


