Almost 60 years on Jacques Cartier Pizza has come a long way from what started out as a modest dream

In an era where self-expression, community identity and branded experiences matter more than ever, the custom apparel industry has emerged as a vibrant and growing segment of retail

As one of the fastest-growing independent consulting organizations in North America,Altius Franchise Group is entering a defining phase of growth; one marked by scale, strategic investment, and a disciplined focus

Every extraordinary brand begins with a spark, an idea that refuses to stay small. Across industries as varied as luxury pet care, healthy dining, early education, and sustainable services, a group of visionary founders transformed personal passions into powerful, nationally recognized names

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

In every franchise sector, there are brands that follow the rules – and a rare few that rewrite them

The way people think about work is changing. Traditional 9-5 structures are losing relevance, flexibility is now a priority rather than a perk, and more people are questioning not just what they do for a living, but how work fits into the life they want to lead

In 2025, our industry was the 12th largest in the country, projected to contribute $133.3 billion to Canada’s GDP and employ nearly 2 million Canadians!

As economic uncertainty continues to reshape Canada’s job market, franchising is gaining momentum as a lower-risk, lifestyle-driven path to business ownership

In 2026, franchise marketing is defined less by how many people a brand reaches and more by how deeply it resonates. Attention remains a necessary starting point, but it is no longer the finish line.

For years, franchise brands relied on polished messaging to attract candidates. Clean visuals, confident taglines, and carefully framed promises defined the standard franchise video. It worked for a long time. But 2026 is shaping up to be a turning point

For years, growth was the answer to everything. Sales slipping? Grow faster. Margins tightening? Open another unit. Costs rising? Scale will fix it