The CFA is made up of a community of franchise leaders and small business owners who are committed to sharing best practices, amplifying the understanding and power of franchising in Canada, and ultimately, Growing Together® by promoting franchise excellence.

Franchising is ultimately about people. It’s about everyday Canadians working in partnership, sharing success, and Growing Together ®. At the CFA, we serve people in the Canadian franchise community by providing support, learning resources, and growth opportunities.

Explore the CFE Program: Your Path to Growth!

Thousands of franchising professionals have elevated their careers through CFE certification, the global standard for franchising professional development. Whether you’re a franchise executive, manager, or small business owner, the CFE Program is essential to lasting success.

The CFE Program sets the highest education standards for individuals and organizations, empowering franchise executives, managers, and small business owners to accelerate growth. CFE certification signifies a commitment to elevated professionalism, setting new industry standards for franchise training.

Join the ranks of successful franchise professionals with the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) program, the gold standard for franchising professional development. This comprehensive program meets you where you are in your career and elevates your knowledge across legal and business aspects, including franchise sales, management, and compliance, along with a transformative learning journey covering franchise fundamentals, law, HR, leadership, and more. With CFE, excellence in franchising awaits.

Hear from CFE Program Graduates

“As the CEO of PropertyGuys.com, staying at the forefront of the everevolving franchising industry is paramount to me. That’s why I enrolled in the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) program offered by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA).

The CFE program has been instrumental in my professional growth. It has provided me with a comprehensive understanding of franchising rules, regulations, and emerging trends. This knowledge has not only bolstered my confidence in navigating the intricacies of franchising but has also allowed me to lead my brand, PropertyGuys.com, with more insight and expertise.

As a CEO, I firmly believe that continuous education is the cornerstone of effective leadership. The CFE program has equipped me with the tools and insights needed to make informed decisions, adapt to market changes, and foster innovation within my organization.

I wholeheartedly recommend the CFE program to fellow CFA members. It’s an invaluable resource for anyone in the franchising industry who seeks to excel in their role and contribute to the success of their brand.”

– Ken LeBlanc, President and CEO, PropertyGuys.com

“Thank you to the Canadian Franchise Association for adapting the CFE program for Canadians! I’m now a Certified Franchise Executive and proud of it. The CFE program provided me with countless opportunities to engage with the community, learn relevant new things about franchising, and better myself as a leader and teammate at Cadence Franchising.

This designation is meaningful to me because it shows our community that I’m serious about this franchising thing and I know my stuff! I can’t wait to join the other grads at the 2024 conventions. I recommend this program to others and I’m happy to talk to anyone that has questions about the value I got out of my journey to become a CFE.”

– Corey Nicholson, Founding Partner and CEO, Cadence Franchising

Ready to take the leap? Reach out to Mary MacDonald, Senior Manager, Education, at mmacdonald@cfa.ca.