Franchising

by Kathryn Ng

The Importance of Securing a Registered Trademark in Franchising A strong trademark is the foundation of every successful franchise system. Each franchise agreement is a special form of trademark license, granting a franchisee the right to use the franchisor’s brand...

Expanding into the U.S. is a major leap for any Canadian franchise. With a population over ten times larger than Canada’s and the world’s largest economy, the opportunities are real—but so are the complexities Each of America’s 50 states functions...

As a Canadian franchisor, your trademark is one of your most valuable assets. This is especially true if you’re planning to franchise or expand into the United States Your trademark represents your brand, your reputation, and the goodwill you’ve worked...

Expanding a franchise system into the US is an exciting growth opportunity, but it comes with its share of challenges Many Canadian franchisors assume that what works in Canada will seamlessly translate to the US market, but differences in regulations,...

by Emilee Wentland Published in the Franchise Times, March 2025 Bankruptcy gets a bad rap. It feels like an admission of defeat, guilt or failure, and many parties who could benefit from a bankruptcy filing put it off for too...

As a Canadian franchisor, expanding into the United States might seem daunting With its complex web of federal and state regulations, the US market can look like an intimidating puzzle. But here’s the truth: while the US franchise landscape has...