Which U.S. states should your Canadian franchise target first?
Victor Turcanu
Jun 5 '25
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
Saskatchewan’s new franchise disclosure act
Rashesh Mandani
May 21 '25
Saskatchewan recently joined six other Canadian provinces by enacting its Franchise Disclosure Act, a landmark legislative framework designed to regulate franchising relationships
The AI revolution in legal franchising: Who really benefits?
Sean Goldsmith
Apr 9 '25
From Manhattan to London, legal AI systems now handle tasks that once kept junior associates working through the night
B.C. Consumer protection reforms: Implications for franchises
Rashesh Mandani
Apr 4 '25
The British Columbia government’s proposed amendments to the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act (BPCPA) signal a transformative shift in consumer rights, with ripple effects for franchisors and franchisees
Why the US market isn’t as scary as you think: A Canadian franchisor’s guide
Victor Turcanu
Mar 11 '25
As a Canadian franchisor, expanding into the United States might seem daunting
The legal implications of American tariffs on Canadian franchises
Rashesh Mandani
Mar 4 '25
Escalating U.S. tariffs threaten Canadian franchises, demanding urgent legal and strategic adaptations
Asset purchase vs. share purchase in franchise resales: What Ontario franchisees need to know
Rashesh Mandani
Feb 12 '25
If you’re looking to buy or sell an existing franchise in Ontario, understanding the difference between an asset purchase and a share purchase is crucial
Key differences between U.S. and Canadian franchise laws & regulations
Victor Turcanu
Jan 29 '25
While Canada and the U.S. share many economic similarities, their franchise laws and regulations operate within distinctly different legal frameworks.
Understanding shareholder agreements: A vital tool for franchisees entering joint business ventures
Rashesh Mandani
Jan 8 '25
Discover how shareholder agreements protect franchise corporate partnerships by outlining exit strategies, succession plans, and conflict prevention measures
Before you sign on the dotted line, here are five things to ensure are covered in your disclosure agreement
Rashesh Mandani
Dec 4 '24
This article discusses five fundamentals of the franchise disclosure document (FDD) requirements for Ontario, Canada.
Complying with Ontario’s franchise disclosure requirements: Continuous disclosure