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North America Franchising in Canada: the ultimate guide

Canada’s proximity to the U.S. has made it the most common first destination for international expansion by U.S. franchisors

North America Blaze Pizza propels west-coast expansion with new franchise agreements

The pizza franchise has signed agreements to open locations in Southern California and Alaska

North America Virtual reality franchising: An overview

Virtual reality (VR) has emerged in the last decade as one of the most exciting ways to enjoy various forms of media. Whether it’s using your headset for some VR gaming or using it to practice for your driving test, the limits of the technology are truly endless

North America Massage Heights prepares for wellness boom with new executive hires

Forecasting a boom in the wellness industry, Massage Heights has announced multiple executive hires.

North America Little Medical School partners with the umbrella franchise concept, Loyalty Brands

In a bid to grow its list of community-centred franchises, Loyalty Brands announces a partnership with the 11 year old franchise, Little Medical School.

North America BBQ Holdings acquires Bakers Square and Village Inn

BBQ Holdings acquires the family-concept restaurant Village Inn and the pie and comfort concept restaurant Bakers Square, with a combined portfolio of 147 franchise and company-owned stores

North America Buddy’s Home Furnishings expands its footprint across Georgia with a multi-unit deal

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is set to grow to 300 stores nationwide after signing a multi-unit franchise deal in Georgia.

North America GF podcast: Laura Rea Dickey of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

The CEO of the 80-year-old barbeque brand takes a deep dive into the dos and don’ts of future-proofing a legacy franchise