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Signmaker busy branding across Metro Vancouver

Signarama, a worldwide franchise system numbering over 900 locations, was opened in 2007 and has become one of the top sign locations in Canada. The company plans to open its latest, and largest, B.C. location in Richmond on August 1.

Signarama, a worldwide franchise system numbering over 900 locations, was opened in 2007 and has become one of the top sign locations in Canada. The company plans to open its latest, and largest, B.C. location in Richmond on August 1. Franchisee David Newman, a Richmond resident, said the company now lists major local clients such as Caya, Telus, Steve Nash Fitness World, Tourism Richmond and a number of retail outlets. Its signs also helped brand the 2012 Winter Olympics.

"Much of our company's success to date is due to a dedicated staff with decades of sign experience," said Newman. "We needed a larger location and the unit we're moving into at No. 6 Road at the corner of Mayfield is for us to manage our growth."

Signarama is owned by Florida, USA-based United Franchise Group, which itself manages 1,400 franchise locations in 50 countries. Signarama is its signature franchise brand.

The master franchisor for Canada is Signarama Canada, located in Toronto. There are over 30 locations in Canada, including eight in B.C.'s Lower Mainland.

An initial Signarama franchise fee costs $44,500 and includes all marketing materials, collaterals package and six weeks of training, two in Florida and four on site at the franchise location. The equipment package costs $120,000 and franchise agreements are good for 35 years with capped royalties.


from Western Investor July 2012