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

We are stepping into a new year where every part of business feels busy. More brands. More people trying to grow. More options in the market. But one thing has not changed. The deals that work best are the ones that do not feel like deals at all

Latest CFA figures show the Canadian franchise industry outperforming expectations in 2025; and with the promise of more to come in 2026

Why franchise brands must turn conference inspiration into continuous, AIpowered learning that actually sticks in the field

Our world is in a constant state of flux. Over the last few years, the rate of change has accelerated

After our first 10 units, we got excited and started adding locations fast. If someone could write the cheque and seemed enthusiastic, we’d usually find a way to bring them on

Your future as a franchisee depends on the calls you make. If you’re evaluating a franchise, there’s one part of the due-diligence process that separates the people who knew what they were getting into from the people who were blindsided: validation

I have gladly served in several leadership positions and roles since 1989. In those three phases—frontline, midlevel, and senior leadership positions – I have observed a lot and, equally, experienced a lot

I’ve watched too many smart business owners make the same mistake during a sluggish economy: they panic and slash their marketing budgets across the board. It feels safe. It feels responsible. And it’s often dead wrong