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

Under the empowering tagline “Ready for Life,” Laser Clinics Canada (LCC) is redefining entrepreneurship in the medical aesthetics industry. With a global network of clinics and a proven model of operational excellence, the brand welcomes franchisees from all walks of life – no medical background required

In franchising, as in any business, the one constant is change. From the time an initial disclosure is made to the execution of a franchise agreement, circumstances can shift in ways that impact a franchisor’s disclosure obligations

For nearly a century, chai has been more than a drink. It has been a ritual, a connection and a cultural touchstone

What happens when franchisees are expected to run businesses without the financial structure to back them up  and how the smartest systems are closing that gap

The most dangerous person in franchising is not the underfunded buyer or the bad location

In a year when many sectors across Canada grappled with inflation, tightening credit conditions and uneven consumer spending, franchising once again proved its strength.

In May, I was standing in my half-packed flat in England, preparing to uproot my family and move back to Ottawa—this time not as a teacher, but as a franchise owner

As the calendar turns to 2026, Canadian entrepreneurs are embracing a fresh wave of purpose-driven franchising

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