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Amphibious assault
Custom apparel franchise Big Frog is banking on Canadian market growth, personalization trends and a community-first ethos to drive its nationwide expansion plan based on local relationships, low start-up costs, and rapid fulfillment
Built to last
Snap-on Tools has maintained its top spot in the global tool market thanks to a franchise model that champions independence, innovation, and owner-led growth opportunities.
No Business like Show Business
Newly installed Master Franchisee for Stagecoach in Canada, Kristi Wenaus, has a simple goal in mind - to put the performing arts school within easy reach of anyone in the country that wants to join. No small order. So, how do you make that happen? We asked…
Masters of disaster restoration
We spoke to the leadership team at ServiceMaster Restore to find out more about its offering, training and plans for expansion in the Canadian market…
Oven ready franchise opportunity
Canadian pizza franchise Pizza Pizza offers a unique Canadian take on the popular takeaway and has ambitious plans to expand both nationally and internationally
Showcasing the best in Canadian franchising: we proudly announce the top 100
Our highly anticipated ranking of Canada’s top franchisors for 2025 is here
The man behind the wheel
Customer-centric transport franchise, Driverseat has ambitious plans for expansion across Canada and into the US. We spoke to CEO Luke Bazely to find out more…
Pizza Nova’s secret sauce for success
Ontario-based pizza business Pizza Nova has been serving up slices since the sixties and is now a 150-strong franchise firmly established in the provinces
Jump on board the rock n’ roll gravy train
If you were trying to predict the next global fast food craze, the Canadian speciality of poutine might not have been front of mind
The clean machine
Investor Jason O’Connor never intended to become a franchise operator until he got involved with JDI Cleaning Services and now he’s on what he describes as a “growth rocket ship” and still climbing. He told us more…
Grounded in success
Founded in Canada, EverLine specializes in comprehensive pavement and parking lot maintenance services.
Bringing colour to the community
Establishing an Allegra Marketing Print Mail franchise enabled Jan Anders not only to realize a dream of business ownership, but also use it as a platform to give back to her local community. She told us more about it…
Baking a difference: Mixing business with benevolence
Brooklin-based COBS Bread is on the rise with a successful bakery franchise that combines business nous with philanthropy. Boss Megan Forbes tells us more…
Complying with Ontario’s franchise disclosure requirements:
Continuous disclosure of all material facts
Pink perfection: Beauty First Spa’s franchise success story
Toronto's beloved Beauty First spa franchise is on a pink-tastic journey of expansion.
Top Shelf tips on acquiring a business or a franchise
Often times we at Top Shelf Franchising see buyers spending a great deal on procrastination and wondering if this is the right time.
Consistency: Is it the ‘heart’ of franchising?
Is being 100% identical everywhere in the world essential, or is there some wiggle room for local culture?
Marketing automation technology is proving faster and better growth
Very excited to be contributing to Elite Franchise online, I wanted to introduce myself and how we currently support the franchise community.
Amphibious assault
Custom apparel franchise Big Frog is banking on Canadian market growth, personalization trends and a community-first ethos to drive its nationwide expansion plan based on local relationships, low start-up costs, and rapid fulfillment
Built to last
Snap-on Tools has maintained its top spot in the global tool market thanks to a franchise model that champions independence, innovation, and owner-led growth opportunities.
No Business like Show Business
Newly installed Master Franchisee for Stagecoach in Canada, Kristi Wenaus, has a simple goal in mind - to put the performing arts school within easy reach of anyone in the country that wants to join. No small order. So, how do you make that happen? We asked…
Masters of disaster restoration
We spoke to the leadership team at ServiceMaster Restore to find out more about its offering, training and plans for expansion in the Canadian market…
Oven ready franchise opportunity
Canadian pizza franchise Pizza Pizza offers a unique Canadian take on the popular takeaway and has ambitious plans to expand both nationally and internationally
Showcasing the best in Canadian franchising: we proudly announce the top 100
Our highly anticipated ranking of Canada’s top franchisors for 2025 is here
The man behind the wheel
Customer-centric transport franchise, Driverseat has ambitious plans for expansion across Canada and into the US. We spoke to CEO Luke Bazely to find out more…
Pizza Nova’s secret sauce for success
Ontario-based pizza business Pizza Nova has been serving up slices since the sixties and is now a 150-strong franchise firmly established in the provinces
Jump on board the rock n’ roll gravy train
If you were trying to predict the next global fast food craze, the Canadian speciality of poutine might not have been front of mind
The clean machine
Investor Jason O’Connor never intended to become a franchise operator until he got involved with JDI Cleaning Services and now he’s on what he describes as a “growth rocket ship” and still climbing. He told us more…
Grounded in success
Founded in Canada, EverLine specializes in comprehensive pavement and parking lot maintenance services.
Bringing colour to the community
Establishing an Allegra Marketing Print Mail franchise enabled Jan Anders not only to realize a dream of business ownership, but also use it as a platform to give back to her local community. She told us more about it…
Baking a difference: Mixing business with benevolence
Brooklin-based COBS Bread is on the rise with a successful bakery franchise that combines business nous with philanthropy. Boss Megan Forbes tells us more…
Complying with Ontario’s franchise disclosure requirements:
Continuous disclosure of all material facts
Pink perfection: Beauty First Spa’s franchise success story
Toronto's beloved Beauty First spa franchise is on a pink-tastic journey of expansion.
Top Shelf tips on acquiring a business or a franchise
Often times we at Top Shelf Franchising see buyers spending a great deal on procrastination and wondering if this is the right time.
Consistency: Is it the ‘heart’ of franchising?
Is being 100% identical everywhere in the world essential, or is there some wiggle room for local culture?
Marketing automation technology is proving faster and better growth
Very excited to be contributing to Elite Franchise online, I wanted to introduce myself and how we currently support the franchise community.
Amphibious assault
Custom apparel franchise Big Frog is banking on Canadian market growth, personalization trends and a community-first ethos to drive its nationwide expansion plan based on local relationships, low start-up costs, and rapid fulfillment
Built to last
Snap-on Tools has maintained its top spot in the global tool market thanks to a franchise model that champions independence, innovation, and owner-led growth opportunities.
No Business like Show Business
Newly installed Master Franchisee for Stagecoach in Canada, Kristi Wenaus, has a simple goal in mind - to put the performing arts school within easy reach of anyone in the country that wants to join. No small order. So, how do you make that happen? We asked…
Masters of disaster restoration
We spoke to the leadership team at ServiceMaster Restore to find out more about its offering, training and plans for expansion in the Canadian market…
Oven ready franchise opportunity
Canadian pizza franchise Pizza Pizza offers a unique Canadian take on the popular takeaway and has ambitious plans to expand both nationally and internationally
Showcasing the best in Canadian franchising: we proudly announce the top 100
Our highly anticipated ranking of Canada’s top franchisors for 2025 is here
The man behind the wheel
Customer-centric transport franchise, Driverseat has ambitious plans for expansion across Canada and into the US. We spoke to CEO Luke Bazely to find out more…
Pizza Nova’s secret sauce for success
Ontario-based pizza business Pizza Nova has been serving up slices since the sixties and is now a 150-strong franchise firmly established in the provinces
Jump on board the rock n’ roll gravy train
If you were trying to predict the next global fast food craze, the Canadian speciality of poutine might not have been front of mind
The clean machine
Investor Jason O’Connor never intended to become a franchise operator until he got involved with JDI Cleaning Services and now he’s on what he describes as a “growth rocket ship” and still climbing. He told us more…
Grounded in success
Founded in Canada, EverLine specializes in comprehensive pavement and parking lot maintenance services.
Bringing colour to the community
Establishing an Allegra Marketing Print Mail franchise enabled Jan Anders not only to realize a dream of business ownership, but also use it as a platform to give back to her local community. She told us more about it…
Baking a difference: Mixing business with benevolence
Brooklin-based COBS Bread is on the rise with a successful bakery franchise that combines business nous with philanthropy. Boss Megan Forbes tells us more…
Complying with Ontario’s franchise disclosure requirements:
Continuous disclosure of all material facts
Pink perfection: Beauty First Spa’s franchise success story
Toronto's beloved Beauty First spa franchise is on a pink-tastic journey of expansion.
Top Shelf tips on acquiring a business or a franchise
Often times we at Top Shelf Franchising see buyers spending a great deal on procrastination and wondering if this is the right time.
Consistency: Is it the ‘heart’ of franchising?
Is being 100% identical everywhere in the world essential, or is there some wiggle room for local culture?
Marketing automation technology is proving faster and better growth
Very excited to be contributing to Elite Franchise online, I wanted to introduce myself and how we currently support the franchise community.
grow businesses – not just fix problems

Train field coaches to grow businesses – not just fix problems

Angela Coté
Jul 18 '25
Let me tell you about a time I thought I was there to help a franchisee grow – but ended up calling the warehouse instead
Financially prepare to become a franchisee

Financially prepare to become a franchisee

Brian Bazely
Jul 17 '25
Leaping into the world of franchise ownership is not a transactional shift for many people, but rather transformational.  It is estimated that over 77% of Canadians have a desire to be self-employed or own a business but only 13% have taken that step
The franchise freedom myth: Understanding autonomy in franchising

The franchise freedom myth: Understanding autonomy in franchising

Robert Bruski
Jul 16 '25
“Be your own boss.” That’s the billboard promise, isn’t it? Franchising is sold as the perfect cocktail of independence and security. A roadmap with freedom. A safety net with upside
PR isn’t just for the head office: Empowering franchisees to tell their own stories

PR isn’t just for the head office: Empowering franchisees to tell their own stories

Ronn Torossian
Jul 15 '25
Canadian franchising: Millennials and Gen Z lead the way

Canadian franchising: Millennials and Gen Z lead the way

Martin Morris
Jul 15 '25
More than half of Canadians exploring franchise ownership are under 40 with young people looking to take control of their own destiny. Small business ownership through franchising may just be the answer
JDI Cleaning Services welcomes new addition to family

JDI Cleaning Services welcomes new addition to family

Martin Morris
Jul 14 '25
Company confirms Anthony Chimekwene. Before joining JDI Cleaning Services, Anthony built a strong foundation in the real estate industry
Why your mental health should matter to your franchisor

Why your mental health should matter to your franchisor

Andy Knights
Jul 14 '25
When prospective franchisees are researching opportunities, they are usually focused on tangible elements – training, business systems, profitability. All essential considerations.
Don’t let your accountant be the only one who understands your business

Don’t let your accountant be the only one who understands your business

Lamar Vandusen
Jul 11 '25
Maybe you’ve got someone doing your books. Maybe you meet with your accountant once a year, drop off a stack of receipts, and get a tax return in April
This is why leadership is the most important profession

This is why leadership is the most important profession

Kevin Wayne Johnson
Jul 10 '25
Leadership is often misunderstood as merely a position of power or a title of prestige. But true leadership is far more than that—it is the heartbeat of progress, the catalyst for change, and the glue that binds vision to execution
Adapting to the new TFW paradigm: Franchise HR and compliance strategies

Adapting to the new TFW paradigm: Franchise HR and compliance strategies

Rashesh Mandani
Jul 9 '25
Canada’s rollback of pandemic-era Temporary Foreign Worker flexibilities is creating staffing challenges for food service, hospitality and retail franchises. Legal clarity and proactive compliance are now essential
Master franchising in the United States: Smart strategy or costly mistake?

Master franchising in the United States: Smart strategy or costly mistake?

Tom Spadea
Jul 8 '25
For many Canadian franchisors, Canada‑to‑US franchise expansion is the holy grail: 350 million consumers, deep capital markets, and the credibility that comes with planting your flag south of the border
Big Frog: Amphibious assault

Amphibious assault

Ronnie Dungan
Jul 8 '25
Custom apparel franchise Big Frog is banking on Canadian market growth, personalization trends and a community-first ethos to drive its nationwide expansion plan based on local relationships, low start-up costs, and rapid fulfillment. We spoke to the firm’s President to learn more…
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