Franchising Outside of the United States
Franchising is an international business that continues to grow outside of its North American stronghold. Start here to learn about franchising opportunities, legal issues and everything else going on in the international franchise scene.
A Brief Intro to Canadian Franchise Laws & Legal Issues
Unlike the legal requirement for disclosure in 15 states in the US, only three of the ten provinces in Canada currently have franchise disclosure laws: Ontario, Alberta and Prince Edward Island. Further, Canada’s provinces have no disclosure registration requirements like those required in the 13 registration states.
Unlike the legal requirement for disclosure in 15 states in the US, only three of the ten provinces in Canada currently have franchise disclosure laws: Ontario, Alberta and Prince Edward Island. Further, Canada’s provinces have no disclosure registration requirements like those required in the 13 registration states.
A Look Inside the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA)
The CFA is the national voice of Canadian franchising. It represents over 350 franchise organizations and maintains a strong code of ethics.
The CFA is the national voice of Canadian franchising. It represents over 350 franchise organizations and maintains a strong code of ethics.
Buying a Foreign Franchise Not Offered in Your Country
In your search for a franchise opportunity, you may discover a franchise concept that hasn’t yet been launched in your country. This foreign franchise may be the opportunity of a lifetime for you but there are some important factors to consider before approaching the franchisor with an offer to spearhead the first franchise in your country.
In your search for a franchise opportunity, you may discover a franchise concept that hasn’t yet been launched in your country. This foreign franchise may be the opportunity of a lifetime for you but there are some important factors to consider before approaching the franchisor with an offer to spearhead the first franchise in your country.
Canadian Franchise Directory
Canadian Franchise Directory profiles some of the hottest franchise opportunities available today in Canada.
Canadian Franchise Directory profiles some of the hottest franchise opportunities available today in Canada.
Franchise Lawyer Directory (Canada)
The franchise lawyers listed here are CFA members and noteworthy sources to contact during the franchising process.
The franchise lawyers listed here are CFA members and noteworthy sources to contact during the franchising process.
Monster.ca Franchise Directory (Canada)
As Canada's largest career website, Monster.ca now includes a franchise directory on their website for those considering franchising as a career alternative.
As Canada's largest career website, Monster.ca now includes a franchise directory on their website for those considering franchising as a career alternative.
Franchise Consultants Directory (Canada)
A franchise consultant is like having a franchise expert on your side guiding you through the process. Their advice, suggestions, and expertise can be an added resource to your decision-making.
A franchise consultant is like having a franchise expert on your side guiding you through the process. Their advice, suggestions, and expertise can be an added resource to your decision-making.
Franchiseek - Global Alliance Network (International)
Franchiseek is your gateway to international franchising offering access to franchise services and directories across the world.
Franchiseek is your gateway to international franchising offering access to franchise services and directories across the world.