Elite Franchise Canada

Brewing up for success

Franchise expansion in Canada is about more than hot exotic beverages - it’s about culture, community, and lifestyle, says Indian street food brand Chaiiwala’s Chief Growth Officer, Ajmal Gundhra. We grabbed a cuppa to hear more…

So good they named it twice

Pizza Pizza COO Philip Goudreau outlines how operational excellence is the catalyst for franchise growth across Canada amid rising expectations for training, tech, and customer experience….

Showcasing the best in Canadian franchising: The EF100 is back!

Now in its second year, the definitive ranking of top franchise systems returns and here are the franchise systems defining Canada’s future

Making a clean start

Owner Esther Otunyenim and operations director Brenda Igbi reveal how resilience, self-financing, and franchise support shaped their Calgary-based Modern Cleaning launch…

Property magnet

Toronto franchise owner Nathan Dautovich explains how brand visibility, hybrid services and market-tested discipline helped his PropertyGuys business grow in one of Canada’s most competitive real estate territories…

Why Oxford Learning is betting big on cognitive learning

Oxford Learning explains how its cognitive learning model aims beyond grades, focusing on how students think, not just what they know…

Performance of a lifetime

Star of stage and screen Mary Long, has found one of her most rewarding roles as the owner of a Stagecoach performing arts franchise in Toronto. She told us more about the legacy she has created by providing young people with an opportunity to thrive…

Becoming promotional

When it comes to the promotional materials market, Fully Promoted is in it to win it, with an offering that mixes flexibility, sustainability and community outreach. We spoke to boss Yousuf Sandeela about his plans to put the name all over the Canadian market…

How Laser Clinics is sharpening its focus on Canada

Over the last three years Laser Clinics has been disrupting the medical aesthetics industry by building momentum and awareness for the brand in the Canadian market

Amphibious assault

Custom apparel franchise Big Frog is banking on Canadian market growth, personalization trends and a community-first ethos to drive its nationwide expansion plan based on local relationships, low start-up costs, and rapid fulfillment

Snap-on Tools has maintained its top spot in the global tool market thanks to a franchise model that champions independence, innovation, and owner-led growth opportunities.

No Business like Show Business

Newly installed Master Franchisee for Stagecoach in Canada, Kristi Wenaus, has a simple goal in mind - to put the performing arts school within easy reach of anyone in the country that wants to join. No small order. So, how do you make that happen? We asked…

Masters of disaster restoration

We spoke to the leadership team at ServiceMaster Restore to find out more about its offering, training and plans for expansion in the Canadian market…

Oven ready franchise opportunity

Canadian pizza franchise Pizza Pizza offers a unique Canadian take on the popular takeaway and has ambitious plans to expand both nationally and internationally

The man behind the wheel

Customer-centric transport franchise, Driverseat has ambitious plans for expansion across Canada and into the US. We spoke to CEO Luke Bazely to find out more…

Pizza Nova’s secret sauce for success

Ontario-based pizza business Pizza Nova has been serving up slices since the sixties and is now a 150-strong franchise firmly established in the provinces

Jump on board the rock n’ roll gravy train

If you were trying to predict the next global fast food craze, the Canadian speciality of poutine might not have been front of mind

The clean machine

Investor Jason O’Connor never intended to become a franchise operator until he got involved with JDI Cleaning Services and now he’s on what he describes as a “growth rocket ship” and still climbing. He told us more…

Grounded in success

Founded in Canada, EverLine specializes in comprehensive pavement and parking lot maintenance services.

Bringing colour to the community

Establishing an Allegra Marketing Print Mail franchise enabled Jan Anders not only to realize a dream of business ownership, but also use it as a platform to give back to her local community. She told us more about it…

Baking a difference: Mixing business with benevolence

Brooklin-based COBS Bread is on the rise with a successful bakery franchise that combines business nous with philanthropy. Boss Megan Forbes tells us more…

Complying with Ontario’s franchise disclosure requirements:

Continuous disclosure of all material facts

Pink perfection: Beauty First Spa’s franchise success story

Toronto's beloved Beauty First spa franchise is on a pink-tastic journey of expansion.

Top Shelf tips on acquiring a business or a franchise

Often times we at Top Shelf Franchising see buyers spending a great deal on procrastination and wondering if this is the right time.

Consistency: Is it the ‘heart’ of franchising?

Is being 100% identical everywhere in the world essential, or is there some wiggle room for local culture?

Marketing automation technology is proving faster and better growth

Very excited to be contributing to Elite Franchise online, I wanted to introduce myself and how we currently support the franchise community.

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Is your brand ready to franchise? A US franchise lawyer’s perspective

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Franchising is a powerful growth strategy, but not every business is suited for it. As a franchise lawyer, I often counsel entrepreneurs who are eager to expand their brand through franchising

Humanizing automation: how franchises can balance tech and touch in marketing

Ronn Torossian

Mar 25 '26

Automation has become an essential tool in franchise marketing. Email platforms, customer relationship systems, scheduling software, and AI-driven analytics allow franchise networks to communicate with customers more efficiently than ever before

Why visibility is becoming critical in franchise development

Jess Parker

Mar 24 '26

Potential franchisees research brands long before speaking to a development team. The brands attracting strong candidates are the ones sharing their story, leadership perspective, and vision for growth

The business of building confidence

Lisa Stead

Mar 23 '26

Performing arts education is widely recognised for the impact it can have on young people, helping them develop creativity, communication skills and confidence.

The franchisees who do their homework

Lamar Vandusen

Mar 19 '26

For years, the biggest complaint from franchise owners was the same: we can’t find workers.

CFA spotlights women leading in male-dominated franchise industries

Martin Morris

Mar 19 '26

Women entrepreneurs are not just participating in Canada’s economy; they are reshaping it, says the CFA

International franchise spotlight: UAE

Stuart Wood

Mar 19 '26

BusinessesForSale.com’s Stuart Wood investigates how the franchise market is developing in the UAE, and what Canadian franchisors can learn from it.

Making the transition from employee to entrepreneur

Brian Bazely

Mar 18 '26

There are many things to consider when leaving a full-time job, often a long-standing career, to become an entrepreneur.

Staying steady in the cycle

Carling Connor

Mar 17 '26

Running a term-based children’s business means you’re always working inside a cycle.

Brewing up for success

Ronnie Dungan

Mar 16 '26

Franchise expansion in Canada is about more than hot exotic beverages – it’s about culture, community, and lifestyle, says Indian street food brand Chaiiwala’s Chief Growth Officer, Ajmal Gundhra. We grabbed a cuppa to hear more…

Five tools needed in every leaders’ toolbox

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Mar 16 '26

I believe that every leader needs to reach into their toolboxes each and every day, primarily because everyone is different and has diverse needs to be the best that they can be

Mathnasium and Pizza Pizza in ‘Pi’ Day initiative

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Mar 13 '26

National ‘Pi’ Day team-up brings hands-on math experiences from tutoring services provider Mathnasium and a chance to win a $3,140 scholarship, as well as a $314 Pizza Pizza gift card