On February 26 & 27, learn the latest on franchise industry trends and opportunities in Canada.

There are between 1,200 and 1,300 franchise companies operating approximately 76,000 franchised outlets in Canada. Roughly $1 of every $5 is spent at a franchised business. That is over $100B in annual sales! Franchised businesses now account for almost 5% of Canada's GDP. Employing over 1.5 million people in Canada or expressed differently, 1 out of every 10 Canadians works in a franchised business. Whether focusing on hotels, food service, responding to the growing need for senior care, keeping up with baby boomers' wellness needs or the educational needs of children, franchises are growing in almost every area of Canada's economy.

Building that growth requires a constant focus on the underlying business operation. The franchise business model also requires exceptional internal communication and leadership skills. Like all businesses, the underlying companies require a continuous focus on the customer, combined with the need to adapt to and leverage today's technology and digital media trends.

In 2021 as we rebound from the global pandemic, it's more important than ever for franchisors and franchisees to keep up to date. We'll be at the Canadian Franchise Association's Virtual Franchise Show this Saturday – join us to learn about the latest trends and opportunities in the Canadian franchise industry.

And of course, if you're looking for the right people with the right talents and the right experience to make it all work, we'd be happy to help. As Canada's leading recruiting agency specializing in Canada's top service sectors, we help our clients meet this challenge every day.

You can find out more about the labour market challenges and potential solutions involved at our blog here.

To find out more about the Show and register, click here.

Over two days you can network with the largest gathering of entrepreneurs and franchise industry professionals in Canada and learn about:

• How to Choose the Best Franchise for You
• Franchise Agreements
• Essential Traits of Good Franchisees
• Business Plans & Financial Literacy
• And more …

For more information you can visit the CFA Convention website: