December 23, 2021
ADVOCACY ALERT
Federal, Ontario, and Quebec Governments Launch New and Expanded Supports to Businesses
The Federal, Ontario, and Quebec governments have announced new and expanded support programs to help businesses impacted by new lockdown and capacity restrictions, as follows:
- Federal Government: The Federal Government announced today expanded eligibility for the Local Lockdown Program for businesses that face local lockdowns with up to the maximum amount available through the wage and rent subsidy programs.
- Ontario Government: The Ontario government is introducing a new Ontario Business Costs Rebate Program and a six-month interest- and penalty-free period to make payments for most provincially administered taxes for Ontario businesses that are most impacted by public health measures in response to the Omicron variant.
- Quebec Government: The Quebec government is extending financial assistance under the Assistance for Businesses in Regions on Maximum Alert (AERAM) of the Emergency Assistance Program for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (PAUPME) to businesses impacted by closure orders starting December 20, 2021. Additionally, repayment of principal and interest related to the financial assistance under PAUPME has been extended until March 31, 2022.
EDUCATION & INFORMATION
How to Protect Your Franchise From Common Health & Safety Pitfalls
EARN 50 CFE PARTICIPATION CREDITS
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 | 2 PM ET
Speakers: Amanda Browne, Hope Kirk & Catherine Bergeron – Peninsula Canada
The past year has been a tough one for small businesses. Between lockdowns and new legislation, the work of HR, health & safety, and compliance professionals has come to the forefront for many employers. Finding ways to stay compliant and ensure a contract protects your franchise is critical to your success. That’s why you should join Peninsula Canada, a leader in HR and health & safety for businesses.
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The CFA hosts multiple virtual educational seminars throughout the year, featuring franchising experts who share their wealth of experience and advice for franchising success. Now, you can access videos from past events any time for a low price, using the On Demand Video Library. Learn how to franchise your business, adapt your franchise system to the “new normal” post-COVID-19, grow your system to more than 50 units, and more—all from the comfort of your own home and on your own time!
MEMBERSHIP & BENEFITS
IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO RENEW!
The CFA membership renewal deadline has passed however it’s never too late to renew! In order to enjoy the many exclusive benefits of CFA such as member rate to events or exhibiting to the Franchise Canada Show, your membership must be renewed.
MEMBER SAVINGS PROGRAM
I like the opportunities that are presented for networking and getting our name and brand out there within the CFA.
Kayleigh Bradshaw, Fortitude Construction Management
Do You Know a Franchise or a Supplier that Should Join CFA?
Your Referral will help us grow the CFA Franchise Community! #CFAGrowingTogether
- More members – adds strength to the collective voice of Franchising for the CFA’s advocacy and government relations
- It means we have even greater buying power for our Members Savings Program
- It means a broader network for you to connect with
For any questions in regards to this program, please contact Lou Gervasi at LGervasi@cfa.ca
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS
The Canadian Franchise Association is Seeking Inspiring CFA Member Franchisees to Feature on Social Media!
We’re looking to spotlight franchisees through short video clips where they speak about any of the following:
- Reflecting on being a franchisee in 2021, what are they most proud of over this past year? This could be about accomplishments, challenges they overcame, innovations they’ve created, everyday stories as a business owner, etc.
- As a franchisee, what are they most excited about for the new year?
- Inspiring words for prospective franchisees.
EVENTS & NETWORKING
There are really three amazing reasons to join us at the CFA National Convention…
– Frank Stanschus, Managing Director, Little Kickers & CFA Board Member
LEAD GENERATION OPPORTUNITIES
Franchise Canada magazine advertising rates are increasing for all advertising booked after January 1, 2022.
AVOID THE 2022 RATE INCREASE by booking your ads in advance now, and take advantage of the 2021 Franchise Canada advertising rate.
Book your ads today for the coming years to ensure that you are rate protected from the price increase. (Hint: If you book in at the 12x rate, you will be rate protected for two years!)
For more details about the Franchise Canada magazine Ads, please contact Om Mehta at omehta@cfa.ca
The Franchise Canada Show is Canada’s ultimate franchise exhibition and the official show of the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA). The show is the place to meet with hundreds of prospective franchisees and connect with them face-to-face about your opportunities.
If you are expanding in Ontario, then you definitely want to be at the Franchise Canada Show Toronto on February 12 and 13, 2022, at the International Centre in Mississauga. For more information about the Franchise Canada Show Toronto, contact Jill Todd at jtodd@cfa.ca!
