People’s lives are busy these days and that means they don’t always have time to do chores around their homes, such as cleaning, gardening, caring for pets or cleaning their pools. Someone who has...
Canadian Franchises
British Columbia: Provincial Legislation That Protects Franchisees
Updated April 2024 Franchise laws are in the best interests of franchisors and franchisees as they promote fairness and transparency from both parties while supporting the growth and stability of...
The Alberta Franchise Act: Provincial Legislation That Protects Franchisees
Updated December 2023 While individual provinces in Canada have the option to create and administer laws related to franchising, there are some parts of the country that don't have any franchising...
Understanding the Difference Between Traditional, Non-traditional, Mobile, and Home-Based Franchise Units
A franchise is a franchise is a franchise, right? Not exactly. Many franchises have a single format like a physical, standalone store, while other franchises have a variety of options to choose...
What you Need to Know About Health and Beauty Franchising in Canada
Being fit and healthy and looking good are things that will always remain important to people, which is why the health and beauty industry is always a good bet to get involved in. Fortunately for...
Breaking Down Deposits for Future Franchisee
When newcomers approach franchising for the first time, franchise deposits are common causes for concern. Because self-starting doesn’t impose these up-front fees on the entrepreneur, some people...
Initial Training Tips for New Franchisees
Training is a crucial part of franchising. Successful franchises deliver consistency, which requires clear, organized, and efficient operational systems that can only be passed on with proper...
Franchise Assessment Strategies: 4 Things to Expect from Your Franchisor
In today’s post, the FranNet team shares 4 franchise assessment strategies to inform your preliminary research process. Read on to learn 4 things you should expect from a quality franchisor and find...
Analyzing Prospect Profiles: Is Franchising Right for Me?
Analyzing the profiles of successful franchisees is an incredibly valuable exercise for those still involved in the preliminary stages of franchise research and application. In today’s post, we...
Franchise Disclosure Documents: What to Look Out For
Updated January 2025 Before buying a franchise, it’s important to research different brands to see which one best aligns with your goals, capabilities, and assets. There are several resources...