Do you want to start a franchise business right where you are, or are you looking to relocate to a more popular area? Both are a viable option when starting your franchise, it just depends on what is right for you and your family.
When buying a franchise, it can be helpful to know what everyone else is doing. Are a lot of franchises being opened in one province over another?
Last week, we took a look at the most popular franchise industries and specialized categories that Canadians are interested in investing in. This week, we were curious to know where investors were opening franchises in
Canada, so we did some research. Our data is compiled below. It's not surprising that Ontario would be the most popular province for franchising as it is the most populous province — more people look to franchise in more-developed areas.
Take a look at the table below find out which regions are most popular for opening a franchise. You can click on the location name to discover franchise opportunities that are for sale in that region and request information on any opportunities you are interested in.
The Most Popular Regions in Canada for Opening a Franchise
| 1. | Ontario |
| 2. | Alberta |
| 3. | British Columbia |
| 4. | Saskatchewan |
| 5. | Quebec |
| 6. | Newfoundland and Labrador |
| 7. | Manitoba |
| 8. | New Brunswick |
| 9. | Nova Scotia |
| 10. | Northwest Territories |
| 11. | Prince Edward Island |
| 12. | Yukon Territory |
| 13. | Nunavut |
Statistics dated June 1, 2018