Franchises

Sears Canada starts liquidation sales, seeks buyer proposals

The company has been under creditor protection since June 22 and has extended the restructuring grace period till Oct. 4, 2017

Jul 18, 2017 10:37 AM Read more >

Sears Abbotsford, Kamloops closing as retailer obtains bankruptcy protection

Twenty-two stores across Western Canada will be closing as part of the company's "reinvention"

Jun 22, 2017 10:33 AM Read more >

Why corporate refugees make ideal franchisees

In part 2 of this series, franchise expert Norm Friend continues his study of a new breed of professional

Jun 20, 2017 10:15 AM Read more >

Three tips for franchise buyers

Online directory of business opportunities betheboss.ca offers practical advice to franchisees

Jun 5, 2017 7:00 AM Read more >

Corporate refugees consider franchising

Part 1 of a 3-part series: The new breed of corporate refugees and why they are turning to franchising

Jun 1, 2017 12:38 PM Read more >

British media mock arrival of Tim Hortons

"The Canadians are coming! Saddle up your moose," teases U.K. outlets

May 31, 2017 7:00 AM Read more >

Tim Hortons makes first venture into Great Britain with Glasgow location

The brand hopes to replicate its Canadian success story in the UK

Apr 11, 2017 2:00 PM Read more >

Langley-based cleaning company focuses on employee satisfaction

A franchise magazine article sparked a lifetime turnaround: Martin Jongejan bought a mop, a bucket and a vacuum cleaner and got to work

Apr 10, 2017 7:00 AM Read more >

Shack Shine home detailing franchise appeals to millennials

The window and gutter cleaning company offers lower start-up costs than most franchises and hands-on support for young business owners

Mar 27, 2017 3:17 PM Read more >

Avanti launches mobile ordering platform geared towards fast-food chains

The cloud-based system allows every brand from international chains to local shops to offer a customizable online ordering experience

Mar 23, 2017 12:31 PM Read more >