EF100 - Top Franchises - Elite Franchise Canada

ABOUT THE EF100

The Elite Franchise TOP 100 Awards is Canada’s definitive official list celebrating excellence in the franchise community. We believe it’s important to highlight these outstanding franchise businesses, which is why we’ll be releasing the 2026 Top 100 ranking in January 2026, accompanied by an annual guide which is distributed across Canada. In addition, we host a prestigious celebratory awards evening, recognizing the success of our winners with further accolades.

The Elite Franchise TOP 100 Canadian franchises are judged on six core criteria, evaluating size, growth, ambition, and contributions to franchisees and the wider community—based on the information provided by entrants. Our independent panel of top franchise sector judges rigorously scores the full Top 100 list.

WHY ENTER THE EF100 AWARDS?

This is your opportunity to showcase why your franchise is among Canada’s best.

If you’re interested in entering for 2026, click below to subscribe and stay up to date with the latest announcements, deadlines, and insights.

GAIN RECOGNITION AS ONE OF CANADA’S TOP FRANCHISE BRANDS

DEMONSTRATE YOUR EXCELLENCE TO THE CANADIAN FRANCHISE INDUSTRY

ENHANCE YOUR CREDIBILITY AND ATTRACT 1,000S OF POTENTIAL FRANCHISEES

THE ELITE FRANCHISE TOP 100 CELEBRATORY & AWARDS EVENING

Celebrate your achievements at our black-tie awards evening with a gala dinner and entertainment. This is your moment to congratulate your team and franchise partners as you are recognized among Canada’s top franchise brands. Additional awards will be presented to acknowledge exceptional performance and success. Take a look at the photos from the 2025 event held at The Carlu, Toronto.

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ADDITIONAL AWARDS & WINNERS’ TROPHY

Alongside the Top 100 rankings, special awards will be presented at the Celebratory & Awards Evening, including the prestigious EF100 Winner Trophy, engraved with the latest champion’s name. Each year, the trophy is passed on to the next winner, continuing the legacy of excellence.

We look forward to welcoming you on stage to receive your award in 2026!

INTERESTED IN ENTERING FOR 2026?

Entries for EF100 2026 open August 1, 2025. If you’re considering entering or would like to be part of the EF100 awards, as a partner or sponsor and would like more information, reach out to us!

CELEBRATORY & AWARDS EVENING ADDITIONAL WINNER AWARDS

Additional recognition and special awards are handed out at the Celebratory & Awards Evening including the EF100 winner trophy with the new winners engraved on the plaque, they get to look after the trophy for the year.

Each winner will be welcomed on stage to receive their awards.