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Top 10 Leading Franchises

Top 10 Leading Franchises

Franchising is one of the fastest growing industries in Canada, contributing over $100 billion to the economy every year. Here’s a list of the top 10 leading franchises in Australia.

Colin Bradbury July 7, 2020July 7, 2020 Special Feature No Comments Read more

It’s moving day for Jeff de Bruges! Inauguration of the new Montreal Eaton Centre store

It’s moving day for Jeff de Bruges! Inauguration of the new Montreal Eaton Centre store

It’s moving day for Jeff de Bruges! Inauguration of the new Montreal Eaton Centre store French master chocolatier Jeff de Bruges has moved! The new boutique located on the first floor of the Montreal Eaton Centre, near the long-awaited Time

Colin Bradbury March 2, 2020March 2, 2020 Featured, Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

Good Earth Gingerbread families feed local Food Banks

Good Earth Gingerbread families feed local Food Banks

Good Earth Gingerbread families feed local Food Banks It’s never been sweeter to give back! At Good Earth Coffeehouse, one family can help another. Looking for that perfect Holiday gift? Look no further than your local Good Earth Coffeehouse, with

Colin Bradbury February 28, 2020February 28, 2020 Featured, Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

Great Clips Strives to be a Cut Above

Great Clips Strives to be a Cut Above

Great Clips Strives to be a Cut Above The world’s largest hair care brand now has nearly 4,500 hair salons across North America, including 157 in Canada. With markets available for development in several Canadian territories, it’s worth looking at

Colin Bradbury February 28, 2020February 28, 2020 Featured, Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

Good Earth Gingerbread Families Feed Local Food Banks

Good Earth Gingerbread Families Feed Local Food Banks

It’s never been sweeter to give back! At Good Earth Coffeehouse, one family can help another. Looking for that perfect Holiday gift? Look no further than your local Good Earth Coffeehouse, with a gift that keeps on giving. Good Earth

SEO Development December 31, 2019 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Franchise’s Newest Target: The Flexible Workspace Revolution

Franchise’s Newest Target: The Flexible Workspace Revolution

In the midst of what many are calling the flexible workspace revolution, franchisees are looking towards the serviced office market for lucrative new opportunities. Projections show that three in ten buildings on every high street could offer a new franchise

SEO Development July 30, 2019August 15, 2019 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Payday Lending Franchise Advances Everyone’s Expectations!

Payday Lending Franchise Advances Everyone’s Expectations!

  A fast-growing financial services franchise that is taking the Canadian market by storm is looking for franchisee’s who will continue to help them stand apart from the competition by advancing everyone’s expectations.   In operation since 2006, PAY2DAY has

SEO Development July 30, 2019July 30, 2019 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Canadian Chicken Franchise Celebrates Five Decades of Made Fresh Food

Canadian Chicken Franchise Celebrates Five Decades of Made Fresh Food

The largest Canadian quick serve chicken restaurant franchise is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with a new look and a dramatic push for expansion – in Canada and beyond. Could this be the opportunity you’ve been looking for? History

SEO Development July 30, 2019July 30, 2019 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

PART -TIME BUSINESS, FULL-TIME INCOME

Fancy managing a successful business from home? The Seasons could be the franchise for you This fantastic business is only ‘One day per week and manage your business from home and make a smart return on low initial investment – Upto $35,000 after expenses annual net profit

SEO Development May 7, 2019May 7, 2019 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Subway Celebrates Female Franchisees and Business Development Agents

Subway Celebrates Female Franchisees and Business Development Agents

Women are a fast-growing segment in franchising. Between 2011 and 2017, female franchise ownership jumped by 83 percent. In honor of Women’s History Month, four female franchisees and Business Development Agents (BDA) from Subway®, the world’s largest chain of locally-owned

SEO Development May 7, 2019 Special Feature No Comments Read more

4 Reasons To Invest In An Optical Franchise in Canada

4 Reasons To Invest In An Optical Franchise in Canada

By JOSH ROBINSON   Whether you are an optometrist or an investor who is intrigued by the healthcare industry, optical franchises present a great opportunity in cities across Canada.   “What’s great about the optical industry is that we’re at

SEO Development May 7, 2019May 7, 2019 Special Feature No Comments Read more

FranNet Consulting Offers New Business Opportunity in Ontario

FranNet Consulting Offers New Business Opportunity in Ontario

FranNet Consulting Business Opportunity in South Western Ontario Extremely reputable franchise consulting company for over 35 years connecting top-quality franchises with prospective franchisees Protected marketing territory with population more than 5 million people covering from west of the GTA to

CGB Publishing July 26, 2018July 26, 2018 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Busy Lives Create Opportunity for Home Service and Mobile Franchises

Busy Lives Create Opportunity for Home Service and Mobile Franchises

With people’s lives becoming increasingly busy, home services and mobile franchises are in a unique position to promise something few other businesses can: the impossible. In this case, the impossible they can give to customers is more time. People who

CGB Publishing July 9, 2016February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Home Based Business Helps Homeowners Oust Unwanted Roommates

Home Based Business Helps Homeowners Oust Unwanted Roommates

One Hamilton-based business has found success serving eviction notices to unwanted roommates of the four-legged and furry variety. Started in 1989, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control removes raccoons, squirrels, skunks, birds, bats, mice and other wildlife from residential and commercial properties while

CGB Publishing July 9, 2016February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

How to Define ‘Togetherness’

How to Define ‘Togetherness’

There are many dictionary definitions of ‘togetherness’, none of which seem to relate to a franchise environment. Not surprising perhaps as we have only recently created a franchise that fully embraces all aspects of togetherness. Franchising has a long and

CGB Publishing July 9, 2016February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Cruise the World to Success with Expedia CruiseShipCenters

Cruise the World to Success with Expedia CruiseShipCenters

In the past year have you noticed yourself dreaming more often of your next cruise vacation, or caught yourself in more discussions with others about exploring the world from the comfort of an exciting new cruise ship? If you have,

CGB Publishing July 9, 2016February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Convenience, Quality and Value: Little Caesars Pizza Has the Recipe for Growth

Convenience, Quality and Value: Little Caesars Pizza Has the Recipe for Growth

When you’re the largest carry-out only pizza chain in the world, you’re obviously doing something right. Or, in the case of Little Caesars, you’re doing many things right. The company isn’t even thinking of resting on its laurels however. Instead,

CGB Publishing July 9, 2016June 9, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

St. Joseph Health and Nurse Next Door Launch Industry-First Partnership to Provide Home Care for Older Americans

St. Joseph Health and Nurse Next Door Launch Industry-First Partnership to Provide Home Care for Older Americans

St. Joseph Health Extends Continuum of Care with 26 Nurse Next Door Franchises to Help Thousands of Seniors Age at Home St. Joseph Health and private duty home care franchisor Nurse Next Door announced today that they have entered into

CGB Publishing February 15, 2016June 9, 2017 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

Canada’s Unofficial Franchise Queen Angelee Brown is Looking for More Female Franchisees

Canada’s Unofficial Franchise Queen Angelee Brown is Looking for More Female Franchisees

Without question, Angelee Brown has had an interesting career path. Dubbed the unofficial “franchise queen” by friends, that title was echoed unprompted on the radio last month by a well-known radio announcer who had sent her a special birthday shout-out.

CGB Publishing February 15, 2016February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Employee Training – Investing in the Future of Your Business and Your Team

Employee Training – Investing in the Future of Your Business and Your Team

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” Benjamin Franklin penned this famous quote over 250 years ago and it still rings true today. Employees are the greatest asset to any business and today’s successful organizations recognize the value of

CGB Publishing February 15, 2016February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Fact or Fiction?

Fact or Fiction?

The Interface Financial Group (IFG) has been in business for 44 years and has accumulated some serious ‘myths’ about their opportunity along the way. This article hopes to set the record straight on three of the greatest myths. Myth #1

CGB Publishing February 15, 2016February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Signarama Canada Shows Off a New Sign of Its Own

Signarama Canada Shows Off a New Sign of Its Own

Signarama Canada wants to show off a new sign of its own. It says “We’re Growing.” The world’s largest full-service sign franchise is embarking on an aggressive expansion strategy in Canada. Only 40 of the company’s 900 worldwide locations are

CGB Publishing February 15, 2016February 16, 2017 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

Dining Over the Decade: How Far We Have Come?

Dining Over the Decade: How Far We Have Come?

from Lori Karpman, President, Lori Karpman & Associates Ltd. The restaurant industry has undergone tremendous changes over the past decade, mostly due to the same factors affecting other industries such as technology, increasing consumer awareness, changing lifestyles and economic conditions. However,

CGB Publishing November 17, 2015February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Q&A with Linda Lefebvre

Q&A with Linda Lefebvre

Our team at Canadian Franchise Magazine had a chance to sit down with Linda Lefebvre, Canadian master franchisor and franchisee for MY SALON Suite. As a fellow woman in franchising, we were excited to learn more about Linda’s journey to

CGB Publishing November 17, 2015February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

The Driving Force Behind America’s Premiere Mobile Entertainment Franchise, GameTruck!

The Driving Force Behind America’s Premiere Mobile Entertainment Franchise, GameTruck!

Founder and CEO Scott Novis, and President David Bauer are on mission to set a new standard for an already unique franchise business. GameTruck is a mobile entertainment franchise focused on delivering a one of a kind experience for customers.

CGB Publishing November 17, 2015February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Freshii: Powered by the Next Generation of Healthy Convenience and Entrepreneurial Drive

Freshii: Powered by the Next Generation of Healthy Convenience and Entrepreneurial Drive

From dressing runway models to dressing salad, Freshii’s founder came full circle when he built a brand that embodies the spirit of his Millennial generation. Working in New York City for Oscar de la Renta, Freshii founder and CEO Matthew

CGB Publishing November 16, 2015February 17, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

3 Foolproof Ways to Grow a Brand Without a Bricks and Mortar Location

3 Foolproof Ways to Grow a Brand Without a Bricks and Mortar Location

The days of commerce taking place only in storefronts are long gone. Big ecommerce companies like Amazon and EBay conduct massive amounts of business without anyone ever passing a shopping center containing either of those stores. On a smaller scale,

CGB Publishing September 4, 2015February 17, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Veterans in Franchising

Veterans in Franchising

Transition can always be a difficult thing. A new way of life, a change in routine, an adjustmentit’s all a part of life and finding new ways to ease into that transition can make all the difference. The Canadian Franchise

CGB Publishing September 4, 2015February 17, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Etobicoke Resident feels “Right at Home” as Senior Care Franchisee

Etobicoke Resident feels “Right at Home” as Senior Care Franchisee

Joanne Ellis always possessed a nurturing spirit. As a teenager, the Toronto native spent a considerable amount of time caring for others. With ambitions of one day becoming a nurse, she volunteered during summers at St. Joseph’s Hospital, assisting nurses

CGB Publishing September 4, 2015February 17, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Mr Mikes Steakhouse Casual Introduces New Menu Showcasing Canadian Cuisine

Mr Mikes Steakhouse Casual Introduces New Menu Showcasing Canadian Cuisine

Canada is known around the world as a diverse melting pot of cultures – food included. From the West Coast to the east coast, Canadian cuisine made with an innovative twist is becoming an increasingly formative staple of our country’s

CGB Publishing September 4, 2015February 17, 2017 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

Massage Addict – Addicted to Business Growth

Massage Addict – Addicted to Business Growth

Massage Addict just can’t get enough of that sweet business growth that has seen it jump from six franchises in 2012 to currently over 40 in 2015. The company started in 2008 in Halifax, NS and began franchising soon after

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015February 17, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Sherpa Kids will Provide After School Clubs at Unique School Due to Open in Cambridge, England

Sherpa Kids will Provide After School Clubs at Unique School Due to Open in Cambridge, England

Sherpa Kids – an international franchisor that runs before and after-school care clubs and holidays activities for primary school-aged children – has been awarded a contract at a unique primary school that is being built in Cambridge. Sherpa Kids will

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Doing Our Part – Meals Bring People Together No Matter the Occasion

Doing Our Part – Meals Bring People Together No Matter the Occasion

Sometimes it’s in celebration — birthdays, weddings, or for no reason at all except to enjoy the company of friends. Sometimes in reflection. An occasion for observance and contemplation. Remembrance Day has become that special occasion at the MR MIKES

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Canadian Franchise Association’s Military Veterans Program Enrols Topper’s Pizza

Canadian Franchise Association’s Military Veterans Program Enrols Topper’s Pizza

By becoming a member of this program, Topper’s Pizza will now offer Military Veterans transitioning to civilian life, the opportunity to purchase a Topper’s franchise at an exclusive Military Veterans rate. Recognizing the difficulties Veterans can face when transitioning out

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Turning the Designated Driver into a Successful Business

Turning the Designated Driver into a Successful Business

In a relatively short period of time, Driverseat has become a successful franchise operating in hundreds of communities across Canada. “Where there are people and cars, there is a need for our service,” states Cofounder Brian Bazely. “We have created

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015February 17, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

Pro Martial Arts Looks to Increase Presence in Canada

Pro Martial Arts Looks to Increase Presence in Canada

PRO Martial Arts is looking to increase their presence in Canada building off of their three existing locations with four to be developed. The brand has aggressive expansion plans and is looking to have more than 25 Canadian locations in

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015February 24, 2017 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

How the Real Estate Business Model Bulks up the Fitness Pay Scale

How the Real Estate Business Model Bulks up the Fitness Pay Scale

For years, I’ve heard personal trainers complain about their pay. This should come as no surprise to anyone in the fitness industry, who has undoubtedly heard the same message from coworkers, employees or even competitors: “How am I supposed to

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015February 24, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

In the Business of Self Esteem – Glama Gal Tween Spa Motivates Franchisees and Clients

In the Business of Self Esteem – Glama Gal Tween Spa Motivates Franchisees and Clients

In 2006, sisters Laura and Josie Cannone knew they’d created a winning business when tween relatives begged for spa parties after the fun they’d had at Laura’s spa-themed bridal shower. From home parties to opening the doors of nine Glama

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The Aging Population and its Business Opportunities

The Aging Population and its Business Opportunities

Recognizing the Need and Getting Involved in the Solution In 2010, an estimated 524 million people were aged 65 or older – 8% of the world’s population. By 2050, that number is expected to nearly triple to about 1.5 billion,

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015February 24, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

The Business of Beauty

The Business of Beauty

from Lori Karpman, President, Lori Karpman & Associates Ltd. This summer edition of Canadian Franchise Magazine is dedicated to the health and beauty industry and I could not be more excited about writing this article. With over 25 years of professional,

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015February 16, 2017 Special Feature No Comments Read more

SANGSTER’S ORGANIZATION CONTINUES TO GROW

SANGSTER’S ORGANIZATION CONTINUES TO GROW

Within a growing industry Sangster’s Organization continues to grow and keep up with the everchanging market of Canada’s $3.5 billion organic health food industry. Sangster’s is a leading family owned and operated franchise of vitamins, minerals, herbal and sports supplements,

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015February 4, 2017 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

VERA’S BURGER SHACK – BEST KNOWN FOR IT’S GREAT MEAT, INCREDIBLE PRODUCT AND IT’S UNDENIABLE CUSTOMER SERVICE

VERA’S BURGER SHACK – BEST KNOWN FOR IT’S GREAT MEAT, INCREDIBLE PRODUCT AND IT’S UNDENIABLE CUSTOMER SERVICE

What started as a Vancouver beach concession stand in 1977 has since grown into a great franchise opportunity and is now a well-known burger establishment in the West Coast of Canada. Gerald Tritt bought the business in 2000 and has

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Topper’s Pizza to Triple Number of Stores in 2018

Topper’s Pizza to Triple Number of Stores in 2018

The history of Topper’s Pizza dates back more than 100 years, to when Co-CEO s Kelly and Keith Toppazzini’s great grandfather Giuseppe Toppazzini immigrated from San Daniele, Italy to Canada. As part of his journey, Giuseppe brought his family’s secret

CGB Publishing June 5, 2015January 24, 2018 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

HAMILTON FRANCHISOR WANTS TO HELP PEOPLE TELL THEIR UNINVITED GUESTS TO SKEDADDLE

HAMILTON FRANCHISOR WANTS TO HELP PEOPLE TELL THEIR UNINVITED GUESTS TO SKEDADDLE

For people who find critters in their homes, one Hamilton franchisor wants to them to think one word: Skedaddle. Bill Dowd, owner of Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, has been in the urban wildlife wrangling business since 1989, helping to move

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Baskin-Robbins Seeks Franchisees in Canada Who Want to Sell Fun, Not Just Ice-Cream

Baskin-Robbins Seeks Franchisees in Canada Who Want to Sell Fun, Not Just Ice-Cream

The world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, Baskin-Robbins, is seeking entrepreneurs in Canada who want to serve up fun, not just ice cream. This global ice cream franchise has more than 7,500 locations and serves 300 million customers

CGB Publishing March 18, 2015January 24, 2018 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

RIGHT UNDER YOUR NOSE

RIGHT UNDER YOUR NOSE

That was certainly the case for Fired Up Pizza co-owner Rob Chaput. He was supplying wood burning pizza ovens to Costco and during a sales presentation to the buyers at head office he and his son Brennen made some wood

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BORN IN CANADA, INSPIRED BY MEXICO

BORN IN CANADA, INSPIRED BY MEXICO

In 2007, frustrated with a lack of healthy options and nutritious food that could be had for a reasonable price in a quick environment, a couple of Canadian entrepreneurs with years of Foodservice experience behind them had a great idea

CGB Publishing March 17, 2015February 4, 2017 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more

FREE HEAD LICE CHECKS FOR TEACHERS CONINCIDES WITH LS CLINIC GRAND RE-OPEINING

FREE HEAD LICE CHECKS FOR TEACHERS CONINCIDES WITH LS CLINIC GRAND RE-OPEINING

Lice Squad Canada’s flagship clinic in Cookstown, ON , reopened on March 12th 2015 after a re-design and interior overhaul. In attendance to help celebrate the grand re-opening were members of the Innisfil Chamber of commerce, Mayor of Innisfil Gord

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SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENURS EXPAND WITH SHERPA KIDS

SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENURS EXPAND WITH SHERPA KIDS

Dee Dogar and Julia Davis Dawson didn’t fall into their company, Sherpa Kids, but rather it was built out of necessity. Back in 2010, the two women recognized a completely overlooked venue in the childcare industry and it was something

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FOOD FRANCHISES

FOOD FRANCHISES

Food is the first type of  business considered when the word franchise is mentioned. It’s inevitably the first type of industry that comes to mind because food and franchise exist dually in almost all people’s minds, whether or not it’s

CGB Publishing March 17, 2015February 4, 2017 Franchise News, Special Feature No Comments Read more
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