Now there are nearly sixty coffeehouses across Canada, from Victoria to Halifax. They are warm and inviting places where people like to gather.
Exceptional, ethically sourced coffee drives Good Earth. And fresh, wholesome food sets them apart from the competition. From fresh baked goods and hot breakfasts, hearty soups and stews, fresh salads, and sandwiches, to a variety of hand-crafted beverages, Good Earth is uniquely a coffeehouse with good food.
Authentic coffeehouses are places people have gathered for information, conversation, comfort, and community for centuries. Good Earth Coffeehouses are designed with this in mind, creating warm and inviting spaces for people to engage with each other and their community.
Good relationships are at the core of Good Earth. Good Earth knows it takes commitment to build relationships with Franchise Partners, customers, and communities. That’s why Good Earth is growing through franchising, with opportunities across Canada.
A robust franchise partner training program includes online and in-person components. Good Earth commits to ensuring franchisees are prepared to operate a successful coffeehouse. Their team supports the commissioning and opening process, ensuring a smooth launch. Good Earth offers ongoing support through menu development, supply chain management, training programs, marketing, and more, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Good Earth Coffeehouse seeks like-minded, qualified people and organizations to grow the Good Earth Coffeehouse brand. Opportunities exist across Canada in traditional retail, university, and healthcare environments.
Investment: A Good Earth franchised coffeehouse typically requires a total investment of approximately $385,000 to a maximum of $700,000 (exclusive of GST). This includes the $35,000 franchise fee.
Royalties & Marketing Fees: Royalties are remitted weekly at a rate of 7% of gross sales. The National Marketing Fund contribution is made on a weekly basis at the rate of 3% of gross sales. Royalties and Marketing Fees provide for Ongoing use of Good Earth Cafes Ltd. Trademarks and Operating System, Operational Field Support, Purchasing and Distribution Program, Product Research and Development, Menu and Supply Chain Management, Performance Analytics, Ongoing Training Programs, National Marketing Program, Local Marketing Guidance, Third Party Platform management, and more.
Funding Support: Financing is generally available through Canadian lending institutions by way of a Small Business Loan. Good Earth Cafes Ltd. looks for candidates with a minimum of 30% of the total in cash to invest in the business.
Training: The Good Earth Training Program equips franchise partners with the skills and knowledge you need to operate a Good Earth Coffeehouse. The 5-week program is a combination of online and in-person sessions. The cost of the Training Program is included in the franchise fee, other than travel-related expenses.
Testimonials
“We were attracted to Good Earth Coffeehouse because you have the support of an extended team you can call on no matter what comes up. It leaves us with more energy to focus on fewer things and get better overall results.” – Kyler B.
“My husband and I fell in love with the coffee, the food and the values of the company. We have since opened two locations while raising a young family. We love that every day is different, and we are still learning something new all the time.” – Chelsey W.
“I opened two locations in one of the worst periods of the decade for any business to be running, let alone starting. With great risk comes great opportunity. The good humans that make up the Good Earth brand is why I chose to proceed.” – Elisa C.