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Franchise Webinars

Expert-led sessions covering every aspect of franchise ownership in Canada. Watch at your own pace.

6

Sessions

4.2h

Total Content

6

Expert Speakers

Franchise 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

45 min

Franchise 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

Jennifer Clarke, CFA — Franchise Consultant
45 min January 2026

A comprehensive overview of the franchise buying process in Canada — from initial research to signing day. Perfect for first-time buyers.

Topics Covered

What is franchising and how does it work?
FDD and franchise agreements explained
How to evaluate a franchise opportunity
Common mistakes first-time buyers make
Q&A with the audience

Financing Your Franchise: A Banker's Perspective

38 min

Financing Your Franchise: A Banker's Perspective

Mark Thompson — RBC Small Business Lending
38 min February 2026

An inside look at how Canadian banks evaluate franchise loan applications. Learn what lenders look for and how to position your application for success.

Topics Covered

What banks look for in franchise loan applications
The CSBFP program and how to use it
Building a bank-ready business plan
Common reasons applications get rejected
Tips for improving your approval odds

From Employee to Franchise Owner: Real Stories, Real Advice

52 min

From Employee to Franchise Owner: Real Stories, Real Advice

Panel Discussion — 3 Canadian Franchise Owners
52 min February 2026

Three franchise owners share their journey from corporate careers to franchise ownership. Honest stories about the highs, lows, and lessons learned.

Topics Covered

Why they chose franchising over starting from scratch
How they selected their franchise brand
The reality of the first year of operations
Work-life balance as a franchise owner
Advice for prospective franchise buyers

Franchise Due Diligence Deep Dive

41 min

Franchise Due Diligence Deep Dive

David Park, LL.B — Franchise Attorney
41 min March 2026

A franchise attorney walks through the critical legal and financial checks every buyer should complete before signing a franchise agreement.

Topics Covered

Reading the FDD like a lawyer
Key franchise agreement clauses to watch for
Franchisee validation — what to ask and why
Provincial franchise disclosure laws
When to walk away from a deal

Multi-Unit Franchising: Scaling Beyond Your First Location

35 min

Multi-Unit Franchising: Scaling Beyond Your First Location

Rebecca Santos — Multi-Unit Franchise Owner (12 locations)
35 min March 2026

Learn how successful franchise owners scale from one to multiple locations. Strategies for hiring, systems, and financing growth.

Topics Covered

When to start thinking about a second location
Hiring and training managers to run your locations
Financing multi-unit expansion
Area development agreements explained
Mistakes to avoid when scaling

Choosing the Right Franchise Industry for You

40 min

Choosing the Right Franchise Industry for You

Anna Kim — Franchise Matchmaker & Consultant
40 min January 2026

Not sure which industry is right for you? This session explores the pros and cons of the top franchise industries in Canada.

Topics Covered

Overview of top franchise industries in Canada
Food & beverage vs. service-based franchises
Home services — the fastest-growing franchise category
Matching your skills and lifestyle to an industry
Investment levels across different industries

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