USA: Franchise Show | Event Tags: Franchise Show, Franchise Expo
Canada: Franchise Expo | Event Tags: The Franchise Show, Franchise Expo, Edmonton Franchise Show, Edmonton Expo Centre, Free Ticket
Canada: Top 100 Franchise Awards | Event Tags: Awards, Franchise
Franchise Expo Austin brings together entrepreneurs and prospective business owners with over 150+ exhibitors. Learn all you need to know about how to become a successful franchise owner and discover all the different franchise industries you can participate in. Meet face-to-face with franchise brands and industry experts and attend our franchise seminars providing you all the resources you need for franchise ownership – all under one roof.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur ready to take control of your future or a current business owner exploring expansion through franchising, Franchise Expo West is your gateway to success. This premier event provides the tools, resources, and connections needed to navigate the world of franchising confidently. Discover a wide range of franchise opportunities, attend expert-led seminars, and learn from industry leaders. Whether starting your journey or scaling your business, Franchise Expo West is the ultimate destination to make informed decisions and achieve your goals.

See the most successful franchises + brand new opportunities from every industry. Your only opportunity to see and compare all your full and part-time business ownership options under one roof! - Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time!
Proven, money making businesses that are now expanding in Western Canada are here to meet new potential owners. This is your only opportunity to meet with the hottest businesses face to face. Ask questions and get the information you need in a no pressure environment.
Buying a franchise or proven business opportunity eliminates all the hard work of opening a business independently and will help you avoid much of the risk of starting a new business. Take control of your future, increase your income, find your path to a better lifestyle. Get the info you need to find the business that is right for you!
Learn the ins and outs of franchise ownership so you can make an educated decision about your future. Plus, learn about starting and growing your own business. Seminar topics include: Legal Advice, How To Choose The Business For You, Financing Options, Government Assistance Programs and much more.
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025
11:30 AM – Secure Your Future with Passive Income from Franchise Real Estate Investments (Domenic Madato)
12:30 PM – Tips to Secure Financing With Your Back (Terry Thrower)
1:30 PM – Funding Your Franchise (Mark Guest)
2:30 PM – Financing Options For Franchisees (Graeme Green)
3:30 PM – Your Franchise Disclosure Document: What it Must Include and Why it Matters (Josh Deacon)
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025
12:00 PM – Building a Strong Relationship with Your Bank (Adeola Omitiran-oguntuase)
1:00 PM – Understand your Franchise Agreement (Josh Deacon)
2:00 PM – Tips to Secure Financing With Your Bank (Terry Thrower)
3:00 PM – How to Buy a Business & Find the Right One for You (Chris Skelton)
Walking into the show can feel a little overwhelming, with so many brands, seminars, and people to connect with. A little preparation goes a long way, so here are a few simple tips to help you make the most of your day:
We've created a Franchise Buyers' Checklist with 50+ questions to ask before buying a franchise. This checklist will help you gather valuable information you need to ensure that you are investing in a brand that is right for you. Seeking the right franchise does not have to be a daunting task, if you follow some simple guidelines. In order for you to make an informed decision, we have prepared a list of over 50 questions to ask before buying a franchise.
Download Your Franchise Buyers' Checklist Now
Bring this checklist with you to the Denver show so you can compare opportunities, take notes, and leave confident in your next steps.
To get the most from the show, be sure to come prepared. Review the exhibitor list and highlight the brands you want to visit first. Bring a notebook and your Franchise Buyers’ Checklist to compare opportunities side by side. Plan which free seminars on financing, legal guidance, or ownership to attend so you don’t miss what matters most. Arrive with your own questions on investment, support, training, or lifestyle, and dress professionally but comfortably. Most importantly, take your time to network with franchisors, current owners, and other attendees, since these conversations often provide the most valuable insights.

Elite Franchise Top 100 Ceremony and Awards Evening
Join the top 100 franchise brands at a black-tie celebratory awards evening
Date: March 26th 2026
Time: TBC
Location: The Carlu, 444 Yonge St, Toronto, ON, Canada
Register Now!
https://elitefranchisemagazine.com/ef100-registration
About this event
The Elite Franchise Top 100 is Canada’s definitive official list celebrating excellence in the franchise community. It’s important to highlight these outstanding franchise businesses, which is why Elite Franchise Canada will be releasing the second annual Top 100 ranking in January 2026. This ranking will be featured in an annual guide published and distributed across Canada.
For the Top 100 franchise brands, Elite Franchise Canada is hosting a celebratory and awards evening to further congratulate the winners with additional accolades.
The Elite Franchise Top 100 Celebratory & Awards Evening
Submissions are now open! To be considered for the Top 100 franchise brands, you’ll need to submit an award entry. If you make it into the Top 100, you’ll be invited to a celebratory black-tie awards evening featuring a gala dinner and entertainment. Tickets for the event will be available once the Top 100 are announced in January.
Click here to submit an award entry.
The evening is an opportunity to celebrate with your team and franchisees as you’re recognised as one of the Top 100 franchise brands in Canada. Additional awards will be presented during the evening to honour success and exceptional performances.
These awards include:
About the EF100 Applications
The Elite Franchise Top 100 franchises are judged on six core criteria that help rank entrants based on their size, growth, ambitions, and contributions made to franchisees and the community.
You will need to supply detailed information within your submission. Deadline for entries is the end of September 2025. Your entry is then evaluated by an independent panel of top judges in the franchise sector. This rigorous judging process ensures that the final Top 100 list reflects the very best in the Canadian franchise community.
Click here to submit an award entry.

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