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Wendy's
Calling all Cheese Lovers: Wendy’s Canada Debuts New Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger
Wendy’s® Canada is introducing a NEW menu item – the Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger that will be available for a limited time in restaurants across the country beginning Monday, May 19.
FASTSIGNS
FASTSIGNS® Receives Franchisees’ Choice Designation and Silver Award of Excellence From the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA)
FASTSIGNS®, the leading sign, graphics and visual communications franchise, was named as a recipient of the Franchisees’ Choice designation this month during the Awards Gala at the 2025 CFA National Convention in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Minuteman Press Int'l.
Minuteman Press Franchisees Melanie Collao & Gary Biala Grow Sales Through Key Acquisition & Celebrate 6 Years in Winnipeg
Melanie Collao and Gary Biala are the owners of Minuteman Press in Winnipeg since February of 2019, when they opened a brand new location.
Ziebart
Ziebart Solidifies International Expansion with Canada Master Franchise Renewal, Mexico Development Deal
Ziebart, the global leader in premium automotive appearance and protection services, is accelerating its international growth with the renewal of its 60-year-old master franchise license with Driven Brands Canada, which owns Uniban Canada.
Weed Man
Weed Man Franchisees Strengthen Commitment to Community Giving with Over $100,000 Donated to Local Charities
In honor of National Volunteer Month (April), Weed Man is celebrating a year of impactful franchisee-led charitable efforts, surpassing $100,000 in donations.
School of Rock
School of Rock Expands with Master Franchise Agreement in Germany
School of Rock newly signed master franchise agreement for Germany.
Captain D's Seafood
Captain D's First UK Location Set to Open in London This Summer
Captain D's, the U.S.'s leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, is proud to announce its partnership with CD's Holdings as the ownership group bringing Captain D's signature seafood offerings to the UK and other European countries.
Papa Johns
Papa Johns Raises $73,411 for Canadian Nonprofit
Papa Johns Canada has raised $73,411 through sales of its Shaq-a-Roni pizza, supporting Canada’s largest food rescue organization, Second Harvest.
Smoke’s Poutinerie
Smoke’s Poutinerie Rides the ROCK N’ ROLL Gravy Train into Edmonton with Canada’s Iconic Poutine
Smoke’s Poutinerie is stoked to announce that the Rock n’ Roll Gravy Train’s latest stop will not only bring an Entertainment-fueled Experience, but also the widest variety of Poutine, Side Dishes and Sandwiches to all Edmontonians!
Captain D's Seafood
Captain D's Announces Major Development Agreement for United Kingdom
Captain D's, the nation's leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, has taken the next major step in its global expansion strategy by signing a 20-unit multi-unit franchise agreement for the United Kingdom.
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Metal Supermarkets
Riverarch Equity Partners Invests in Metal Supermarkets
Metal Supermarkets announced today that a private equity fund managed by Riverarch Equity Partners has acquired a majority interest in the company.
Blo Blow Dry Bar
Vanessa Yakobson, CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar, Recognized as ‘CEO of the Year’ by Private Equity Group NewSpring
Blo Blow Dry Bar announces its CEO, Vanessa Yakobson, was recently honored with the ‘CEO of the Year’ award from private equity group, NewSpring.
Pearle Vision
Local Pearle Vision Franchise Owner Expands in Edmonton, Canada
Pearle Vision expands its footprint in the Edmonton, Alberta area thanks to franchise owner Dr. Omar El-Houchaimi.
CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts
Engaging the Next Generation: CARSTAR London Don Mor Shines at Level Up Career Fair
CARSTAR London Centre (Don Mor), owned by Don Morton, played a pivotal role at the Level Up Career Fair, inspiring and engaging the next generation of professionals in the collision repair industry.
Tutor Doctor
Tutor Doctor Partners with MindPrint Learning
Tutor Doctor announces its partnership with the brand MindPrint Learning.
Studio Pilates International
Studio Pilates International Celebrates Three Same-day Openings Across Three Countries
Studio Pilates International is proud to announce the opening of three new studios, across three countries
Minuteman Press Int'l.
Minuteman Press Franchise in Coquitlam, B.C. Moves to New Location
Steve Wilms is the owner of the Minuteman Press franchise in Coquitlam, British Columbia since August of 2014.
Gold's Gym
Gold’s Gym Inks Development Agreement for 17 Locations in Toronto
Gold's Gym has signed a development rights agreement with a franchisee to open 17 locations in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area (GTAH), with the first gym slated for a 2025 opening. 
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Grows with Canadian Expansion
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers® expands with three new locations in Canada.
Metal Supermarkets
Metal Supermarkets Announces Winners of 10th Annual ‘Metal My Way’ Competition
Metal Supermarkets today announced the six winners of the 10th annual Metal My Way contest, of which it is the creator and presenting sponsor.
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JINYA Ramen Bar
JINYA Ramen Bar Celebrates Grand Opening in Edmonton
Real ramen fans in Alberta can celebrate now that JINYA Ramen Bar is opening in Edmonton.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Brings Back Smoked Brisket in the U.S. And Canada
Chipotle Mexican Grill today announced Smoked Brisket is back on the grill at participating restaurants in the U.S. and Canada for a limited time.
Always Best Care, Inc.
Always Best Care Senior Services Expands in Canada With New Franchise Opening
Always Best Care Senior Services is pleased to announce the opening of its newest franchise in Northwest Calgary, Alberta.
Weed Man
Weed Man Launches Inaugural Grassroots Giving Food Drive
Weed Man has announced the launch of its inaugural Grassroots Giving food drive.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Redberry Opens First of 300 Jersey Mike’s Locations in Canada Tomorrow
Jersey Mike’s Subs opens at 8600 Woodbine Avenue in Markham tomorrow, Wednesday, August 28.
Smoke’s Poutinerie
Smoke-A-Palooza Rocks Toronto Raises $100,000 for We Care
Smoke-A-Palooza 2024 hit downtown Toronto like a lightning bolt, and thanks to everyone who showed up, we raised an incredible $100,000 for We Care.
CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts
CARSTAR Mississauga 401 Drives Away with Top Customer Experience Award at National CARSTAR Conference
Locally owned CARSTAR Mississauga 401 owners recognized with Top Customer Experience award for the national CARSTAR network.
CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts
St. Eustache’s Simon Anderson and Stéphane Roussy Takes the Rookie of the Year Award at National CARSTAR Canada Conference
CARSTAR St. Eustache has made tremendous strides already showcasing its top-tier collision repair expertise.

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