Find the right franchise in British Columbia
British Columbia’s Cost Savings and Quality of Life Make It a Great Province for Business
British Columbia is a business-friendly province. Its low corporate taxes and low personal income taxes mean more money stays in the pockets of its entrepreneurs and goes back into the local economy. The province also offers tax incentives to some businesses, and its Regulatory Reform Initiative means streamlined processes.
British Columbia businesses enjoy low operating costs and access to affordable renewable energy. Commercial real estate is more affordable in British Columbia than in other large cities.
British Columbia boasts the highest education levels and highest life expectancy in Canada, giving the province a highly desirable workforce. Its low crime rates and high quality of life are key attractors for businesses and for the people who patronize those businesses.
FranNet’s local experts know the ins and outs of doing business in British Columbia, and they’re ready to help you choose a business that’s right for you. Talk to a FranNet consultant today to discover which business will help you reach your goals in this beautiful province.
Franchising in British Columbia
- Franchise law: British Columbia's Franchises Act requires a franchisor to give a prospective franchisee a disclosure document at least 14 days before the prospective franchisee signs the franchise agreement (or any other agreement relating to the franchise) or pays anything for the franchise, whichever comes first. It is a disclosure law, not a registration law. (Source: Franchises Act, SBC 2015, c 35 (BC Laws))
- FranNet consultants: 2 FranNet consultants are listed for British Columbia on this page. See the list.
- Small businesses: In December 2024, British Columbia had 170,512 small businesses with 1 to 99 paid employees, 98.4 percent of all its businesses with employees. (Source: ISED Canada, Key Small Business Statistics 2025 (published 2026))
ISED counts businesses with 1 to 99 paid employees as small businesses.
Franchising facts last reviewed October 2026.
Franchise brands available in British Columbia
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health, Fitness & W...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $500,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $1,500,000
- Total Investment:
- $700,000 - $900,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health & Beauty
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $500,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $1,500,000
- Total Investment:
- $924,021 - $1,957,824
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Consumer Services, Fitn...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $150,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $750,000
- Total Investment:
- $582,722 - $882,381
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Education
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $100,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $200,000
- Total Investment:
- $73,300 - $160,700
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health & Beauty
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $50,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $300,000
- Total Investment:
- $171,500 - $462,000
- Financing:
- Not Available
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Retail
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $80,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $300,000
- Total Investment:
- $275,000 - $400,000
- Financing:
- Available
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Advertising & Marke...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $65,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $65,000 - $160,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $50,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $115,630 - $157,500
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $100,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $122,303 - $263,800
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Based, Home Improv...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $500,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $1,200,000
- Total Investment:
- $943,606 - $1,199,536
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Fitness & Wellness
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $50,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $150,000
- Total Investment:
- $92,100 - $174,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- industrial
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $100,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $211,400 - $610,300
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- clothing, consignment, ...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $100,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $200,000
- Total Investment:
- $350,000 - $550,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Children, clothing, con...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $100,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $200,000
- Total Investment:
- $327,000 - $587,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $75,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $150,000
- Total Investment:
- $55,000 - $65,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Retail
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $250,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $450,000
- Total Investment:
- $167,114 - $316,096
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Improvement, Home ...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $50,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $163,498 - $260,334
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $20,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $50,000
- Total Investment:
- $50,000 - $80,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $250,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $600,000
- Total Investment:
- $210,000 - $250,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Improvement, Home ...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $100,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $221,750 - $305,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $150,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $750,000
- Total Investment:
- $350,000 - $550,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Moving & Storage
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $90,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $90,000
- Total Investment:
- $90,000 - $150,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Childcare, Children, Ed...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $300,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $1,000,000
- Total Investment:
- $500,000 - $2,500,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health & Beauty, We...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $300,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $800,000
- Total Investment:
- $650,000 - $950,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health & Beauty
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $100,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $500,000
- Total Investment:
- $400,000 - $500,000
- Financing:
- Not Available
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $150,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $750,000
- Total Investment:
- $206,500 - $312,500
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Food & Beverage
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $200,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $500,000
- Total Investment:
- $350,000 - $500,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health & Beauty
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $75,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $204,410 - $304,112
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Consumer Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $75,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $150,000
- Total Investment:
- $62,995 - $219,995
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
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