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July/August 2022 Issue

The Franchise Guide

Get your copy of Franchise Canada magazine today!

If you’re looking to invest in a franchise but don’t know where to start, you won’t want to miss this issue of Franchise Canada. Inside this special issue, you’ll find the ultimate guide to franchising. From finding the right opportunity for you tot he basics of financing to a comprehensive checklist to help guide your journey, this issue will walk you through the process of investing in a franchise, from A to Z.

As part of our guided tour of opening a franchise, we explore all the franchise lawyers operating across Canada—a crucial support service any prospective franchisee will need to take advantage of.

The July/August issue also features a special franchise focus on the winners of the 2022 CFA Awards. These prestigious awards denote excellence in franchising, across all kinds of industries, investment levels, and sizes of systems, and this special insert is sure to inspire as you look for opportunities with brands operating at the top of their game.

Check out the July/August issue for this content and more, including success stories from franchisees and expert advice from franchising professionals.

Features

July/August 2022 Previous Issues Special Franchise Focus

Special Franchise Focus: 2022 CFA Award Winners

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Celebrating Franchise Excellence Established in 1992, the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) Awards of Excellence celebrate the best of Growing TogetherTM and the symbiotic partnership between franchisors and franchisees that leads to...
July/August 2022 Sponsored Content

Promoted Story: The Gift of Franchising

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Hallmark Gold Crown franchisee Liam Vance shares how the store has helped him connect with his community, and what it takes to run a retail franchise By Joelle Kidd Whether...
Franchising 101 July/August 2022 Resource Articles Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise

The Process of Owning a Franchise

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Franchising is a great way to make your dreams of owning a business come true, but there are several essential items to consider before signing a franchise agreement. Carrying out...
July/August 2022 Resource Articles Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise

Franchise Financing 101

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Assessing your means is an important first step when considering investing in a franchise opportunity. In fact, “Can I afford this?” is one of the most important questions to ask...
100% Canadian Franchises Company Profiles July/August 2022

Home-Grown and Locally Owned: Blo Blow Dry Bar, New Creations, and Inspiration Learning

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By David Chilton Saggers In addition to a sound concept, a certain daring is needed if a franchise system is to become the success its founders hope it will. Certainly...
July/August 2022 Publisher's Message

Following Franchising Dreams

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At the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA), our goal is to help everyday Canadians realize their dreams of business ownership through franchising. As the 12th largest industry in the country, franchising...
Advice & Tips July/August 2022

Legal Aspects of Franchise Resales

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How to conduct proper due diligence when purchasing a resale franchise By Joseph Adler, Hoffer Adler LLP The first question most, if not all, prospective franchisees ask of a potential...
Company Profiles Iconic Brand July/August 2022

Iconic Brand: The Right Choice

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Choice Hotels builds its franchising empire on a bedrock of passion and care By Jordan Whitehouse It was Christmas Eve 2020 when Dharmesh Patel received the diagnosis: he had pancreatic...
July/August 2022 Multi-Gen Magic

Next Generation in Franchising: Healthy Choices

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Massage Addict franchisee Jordan Fox blends health and wealth for business success By Gina Makkar With an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to make a positive impact without the confines...
July/August 2022

Follow the Signs

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Business is booming for sign products and services franchises By Kym Wolfe Franchise systems that offer sign products and services have certainly been busy over the past two years. As...
Franchise Fun July/August 2022

Franchise Fun: Go Nuts for Franchising

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Founder of Maverick’s Donuts Geoff Vivian shares his passion for business, love for his family, and why brand growth is just the icing on the cake—or the topping on the...
Franchising in Your Community July/August 2022

Giving Back: A Sweet Way to Give Back

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Dairy Queen Canada’s Miracle Treat Day and franchisee fundraisers raise money for children’s hospitals By Suzanne Bowness Every summer, Dairy Queen Canada sets a date when its cool treats are...
July/August 2022 Leadership Profile Women in Franchising Women in Franchising Article

Leadership Profile: On The Cutting Edge

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Pizza Pizza CFO Christine D’Sylva shares a slice of innovation By Roma Ihnatowycz Christine D’Sylva was always a whizz at numbers, so zeroing in on a career in accounting was...
Advice & Tips Ask an Expert July/August 2022

Q: What are the main differences between a franchise and a license agreement—and which should I choose?

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A: If you’re considering partnering with a recognized brand to establish a new retail business, or expand an existing one, you may be faced with the decision of choosing between...
Advice & Tips Ask an Expert How to Franchise Your Business July/August 2022

Q: As a new franchisor, what type of support should I provide to my franchisees?

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A: If you’ve decided to franchise your business, you may be wondering how much support you will need to provide to help your franchisees succeed. Let me start by saying...
Cover Story July/August 2022

Diner to Dragon

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Boston Pizza owner Jim Treliving on his franchisor success story, Dragons’ Den days, and the importance of treating franchisees like family By Stefanie Ucci Canadian businessman Jim Treliving’s franchise journey...
Franchisee Success Stories July/August 2022

Day in the Life: Franchising with Care

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Comfort Keepers® franchisee Brenda Rosati shares a day in the life running her seniors home care business By Georgie Binks If there’s one thing Brenda Rosati knows from experience, it’s...
Franchisee Success Stories July/August 2022

The First Year: Work in Progress

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CertaPro franchisee Ken Ferguson reflects on his wins and learnings as a new business owner By Stefanie Ucci Canadians interact with franchises every day, and many of these brands have...
Company Profiles Franchises Across Canada July/August 2022

Franchise Lawyers Across Canada

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Find the support you need to navigate the legal aspects of franchising as we introduce you to CFA Member lawyers from coast to coast. As a prospective franchisee, it’s important...
Franchising 101 July/August 2022 Resource Articles Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise

Franchising 101: An Introduction to Franchising

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Franchising is an attractive and powerful way for Canadians to make their business dreams become reality and achieve success as small business owners. It’s a popular way of doing business,...
Franchising 101 July/August 2022 Previous Issues Resource Articles Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise

Checklist for Franchisees

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Investing in a franchise is a major investment decision, and not every franchise will be the right fit for you. That’s why it’s important to ask the following questions if...
Advice & Tips Franchising 101 July/August 2022 Previous Issues Resource Articles Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise

Doing Your Due Diligence: The Important Legal Aspects to Consider Before Buying a Franchise

adminJune 22, 2020September 1, 2022
June 22, 2020September 1, 20222529
Franchising is about sharing success—the business model makes for a mutually rewarding relationship between franchisors and their franchisees. But because the franchise business model is also built on contracts and...

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