February 18, 2022
EDUCATION & INFORMATION
APRIL 8, 2022
The CFA’s Fran-Guard seminar will take place LIVE. This course is based on the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Fran-Guard program and is a mandatory component of the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) Program. REGISTER HERE
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 at the Franchise Canada Show, your membership must be renewed.
MEMBER SAVINGS PROGRAM
Essential for all franchisors and franchise support service suppliers. Great educational events, mentoring, advocacy and committee opportunities. The franchise community is like no other, and the CFA is like no other trade association. Everyone is willing to share ideas, learn from each other, and support the community’s interests with advocacy and information when appropriate. And the collegiality makes participation rewarding.
— Frank Zaid, Frank Zaid FRANlegal Support Services
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
Call for Co-Chairs for the 2022 CFA Franchise Law Day
Submission Deadline: March 18, 2022
The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) invites Canada-based franchise lawyers and in-house counsel to submit an expression of interest to Co-Chair the upcoming CFA Virtual Franchise Law Day scheduled for September 2022.
The CFA Franchise Law Day provides critical insights into the most pressing legal developments facing Canada’s thriving yet highly competitive franchise environment. Led by some of Canada’s foremost lawyers, workshops and presentations typically take a best practice approach to provide the greatest practical information for attendees and their franchise systems. FOR MORE DETAILS
Call for Social Media Task Force Members for 2022-2023
The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) is seeking member volunteers to serve on the Social Media Task Force in 2022-2023. The purpose of the Task Force is to provide guidance, advice, and support to the CFA on social media strategy and execution.
Responsibilities Include:
- Establish CFA’s annual social media strategy and high-level plan
- Provide guidance, advice, and support in the implementation of social media strategies and trends/best practices in social media operations
- Be an active social ambassador for CFA by posting, sharing, and/or engaging with CFA social posts, as assigned
- Participate in the meetings and be prepared to volunteer for assignments, as they arise
- Other duties as assigned
We invite CFA members with practical experience with social media, strong understanding of social media strategies, and an active and strong social presence, especially on Facebook and Instagram, to apply.
To express your interest in participating in CFA’s Social Media Task Force, please e-mail Jessi-Lyna Wan, Manager, Marketing & Communications, at jwan@cfa.ca by Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
EVENTS & NETWORKING
FRANCHISE SOCIAL is a great opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow CFA Members. Join us on February 24, 2022, at 4 PM ET, for an hour of fun and casual conversation! RSVP HERE
APRIL 7, 2022
Don’t miss an opportunity to connect face-to-face with Members of Parliament (MPs) to help raise awareness about the importance of franchising to Canada and the Canadian Economy. RSVP
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO OTTAWA WITH THE CFA!
The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) has you covered to help you get a head start and plan for the CFA National Convention in Ottawa. We have special group rates available for your stay at the Westin Ottawa and for your travel needs. For more details, visit our Convention page on Travel & Hotel.
LEAD GENERATION OPPORTUNITIES
ATTRACTS 40K UNIQUE VISITORS
& MORE THAN 4K LEADS PER MONTH
The Canadian Franchise Association’s official online franchise directory. Maximize your brand awareness with CFA’s LookforaFranchise.ca advertising package.
MEET & CONNECT WITH PROSPECTIVE FRANCHISEES AT CFA’S LIVE TRADESHOWS!
