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

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

If 2026 has a theme for Canadian business, it may very well be uncertainty with sharp edges. The Canada-U.S. tariff fight is still throwing sand into supply chains

The launch of the dt group in Canada marks a significant milestone for the country’s franchising sector. Well known in the UK for its work with over 150 franchised and multi-site brands, the dt group arrives with a clear and timely mission: to help franchise systems build stronger financial foundations across their networks

The digital marketing landscape in 2026 is being reshaped by artificial intelligence. Visibility and discovery are no longer about keyword rankings, but about clear, trusted answers delivered instantly through AI-powered summaries, voice assistants, and map results

Building a strong team does not start with a job posting; it starts with an employment brand

I am a student of leadership. Its impact, effectiveness, matter-of-factness, and influence upon people, teams, and organizations. But what happens, and why does it matter, when leadership fails to meet its stated purpose?

In this article, Gregory M. Prekupec and Rutendo Muchinguri explore the critical intersection between trademarks and franchise law, and why getting it right from the outset is essential to building a successful and compliant franchise system in Canada

In 2026, franchising shifts toward tech-driven efficiency, AI visibility, and equity-aligned co-ownership. Success demands automation, recurring subscription revenue, and high-demand wellness or recession-proof service sectors

If you’re a Canadian franchisor with U.S. operations, keeping your Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) up to date is essential for legal compliance and smooth business growth

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