March 11, 2022
EDUCATION & INFORMATION
Learn Key Habits Franchisors Need to Scale Past 25 Units: On March 29, 2022, come join one of, if not the most experienced team in Franchising to learn exactly what those things are and how to execute on them in your business. More details here
APRIL 8, 2022
Earn 300 Education Credits with this upcoming CFA’s Fran-Guard seminar. 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
Good educational programs. Great networking opportunities. Great advocacy work
— Peter Drutz, Comfort Keepers
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
EVENTS & NETWORKING
MARCH 31, 2022
Get ready to make a difference… Be a part of the empowerment of women in the Canadian franchise community. RSVP
MARCH 31, 2022
Looking to expand your business into Canada or outside of Canada? On the March 31st social we’ll be talking with key players in the franchise industry on International Franchise Expansion. RSVP
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
WESTIN HOTEL GROUP RATE EXTENDED TO NEXT WEEK – MARCH 14, 2022
BOOK YOUR ROOM NOW! The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) has you covered to help you plan and maximize your investment for the CFA National Convention in Ottawa. We have special group rates available for your stay at the Westin Ottawa. For more details, visit our Convention page on Travel & Hotel.
The Story of the Shark, the Suckerfish and the Parasite
Experience the teaching power of storytelling! Based on Walter’s most recent book “Swim!”, this powerful keynote dives into the power of adopting a “shark mindset,” and how it can drastically alter the trajectory of your business.
Walter Bond has over 20 years in coaching sales organizations across the nation, and he will lead you to challenges your winning sales culture and help you rebuild it to reach your sales goals year after year.
ACCUMULATE CFE PROGRAM CREDITS AT THE CONVENTION!
The CFA National Convention educational sessions are approved for CFE credits. You can receive 300 Education and 100 Participation CFE credits! To earn credits during the Convention, make sure to select “YES” for CFE Program Credits in your registration.
LEAD GENERATION OPPORTUNITIES
BOOK YOUR ADS IN FRANCHISE CANADA’S MAY/JUNE 2022 ISSUE!
This Kids & Pets issue will spotlight franchises that provide services to growing children and furry friends across the country. We’ll examine franchise opportunities that offer fundamental STEM education, active lessons and sports, and vital children’s services, as well as pet franchises that provide training, boarding, grooming, daycare services, and more essentials.
By booking your ad in the May/June issue, you’ll receive advertising benefits including:
- Increased reader engagement: 80.7% increase in magazine reads and 77.7% increase in clicks*
- Increased social media engagement: 235% growth in clicks on Facebook/Instagram and 80% growth in clicks on LinkedIn*
- Increased circulation/distribution: 258% increase in digital circulation vs. print circulation*
*Statistics based on 2021 data.
ATTRACTS 40K UNIQUE VISITORS
& MORE THAN 4K LEADS PER MONTH
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MEET & CONNECT WITH PROSPECTIVE FRANCHISEES AT CFA’S LIVE TRADESHOWS!
