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Year-End Tax Strategy for Franchise Buyers

by Kimberly Crossland| October, 06, 2026| Blog Hotspot for Franchise News ...
Tax strategy is never one-size-fits-all. However, understanding how the CRA views startup expenditures is essential during a franchisee's initial due diligence.

Rydel & Deckify Q3 News

September, 28, 2026| Franchise News
This quarter marked an important milestone as we welcomed 12 incoming franchisees to Ottawa for our optional September Sales & Marketing Training.

Rydel Ranks #68 on The Globe and Mail's 2026 List of Canada's Top Growing Companies

September, 28, 2026| Franchise News
We’re proud to share that Rydel has ranked #68 on The Globe and Mail’s 2026 list of Canada’s Top Growing Companies.

Independent Research Identified Crestcom as One of the Top 100 Franchise Brands with the Best Culture

September, 15, 2026| Franchise News
Crestcom International was recently named to Franchise Business Review’s 2026 “Culture100” list. The list recognizes the top 100 franchise brands in its annual research on the Best Franchise Cultures.

Crestcom Named an Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top Franchise for Under $100,000

September, 10, 2026| Franchise News
Crestcom International was named one of only 100 franchises in Entrepreneur magazine’s Top Franchises for Less than $100,000 for 2026.

Crestcom LEADER Program Once Again Earns Gold Seal Accreditation from the Canadian Construction Association

September, 09, 2026| Franchise News
Crestcom’s award-winning leadership development program continues to support Canada’s construction professionals through recognized Gold Seal professional development credits.

Crestcom International Wins Silver Stevie® Award In 2026 International Business Awards

September, 09, 2026| Franchise News
Crestcom International was named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Company of the Year – Business or Professional Services category in The 23rd Annual International Business Awards® (IBAs).

Multi-Province Franchise Expansion in Canada

by Kimberly Crossland| September, 01, 2026| Blog Hotspot for Franchise News ...
Multi-province franchise expansion in Canada offers significant opportunity, but success depends on understanding the regulatory nuances. Here is an overview of what expanding across provincial lines entails.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Celebrates Strong First Half of 2026

August, 25, 2026| Franchise News
Mediterranean fast-casual concept continues milestone 15th anniversary year with domestic and international expansion, technology innovation, and momentum toward 100 locations

Gen Z Re-Writing Franchise Rules

by Kimberly Crossland| August, 04, 2026| Blog Hotspot for Franchise News ...
A national poll revealed that members of Gen Z are bullish about building businesses within Canada. Further, a number of these early-stage Canadian entrepreneurs are choosing franchising as their mode of entering business ownership.

Deckify Recognized as a 2026 Entrepreneur® Verified Franchise

July, 08, 2026| Franchise News
Deckify is proud to announce that we have officially been awarded the distinction of a 2026 Verified Franchise by Entrepreneur® magazine. This recognition follows our participation in Entrepreneur’s 47th Annual Franchise 500®, the most widely referenced and respected franchise ranking in North America.

Rydel Roofing Named a 2026 Entrepreneur® Top New & Emerging Franchise

July, 08, 2026| Franchise News
Rydel Roofing is proud to announce that we have been recognized as a 2026 Top New & Emerging Franchise by Entrepreneur® magazine.

Deckify Franchise Group Named One of Canada’s Top 100 Franchises

July, 08, 2026| Franchise News
Deckify Franchise Group is proud to announce its inclusion in the Elite Franchise Top 100 Canada (EF100) for 2026, earning a place among Canada’s top 100 franchise systems. Selected from hundreds of franchise brands nationwide and across multiple sectors, the ranking highlights Deckify as a standout brand within the Canadian franchising landscape.

Why Local Leisure Franchises Thrive When Big-Ticket Travel Cools

by Kimberly Crossland| July, 07, 2026| Blog Hotspot for Franchise News ...
While consumers cut back on big-ticket travel in tighter economic times, data shows they still protect their leisure budgets for boutique fitness, local entertainment, and specialty food experiences.

World Franchise Day: Celebrating the Local Canadian Franchisee

by Kimberly Crossland| June, 02, 2026| Blog Hotspot for Franchise News ...
While World Franchise Day is global in scope, its true heart is found in the neighborhoods where these businesses help make up the backbone of their local economy.

Training Industry Announces Selections for the 2026 Top Training Companies

May, 19, 2026| Franchise News
Crestcom International has been named a 2026 Top 20 Leadership Training Company™ by Training Industry, the leading authority in corporate learning and development (L&D). This marks the fourth consecutive year that Crestcom has earned this prestigious honor, having also been named to the Top 20 list in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

Crestcom Named a Top 100 Franchise for Women by Franchise Business Review

May, 19, 2026| Franchise News
Independent Survey Shows Female Franchise Owners Are Highly Satisfied with Crestcom International’s Performance

Why the Human Factor is the Most Critical 2026 Startup Asset

by Kimberly Crossland| May, 05, 2026| Blog Hotspot for Franchise News ...
For years, we were told that the future was entirely digital. However, while tech is the engine, the human factor has become the most valuable fuel.

Why Eco-Friendly Outdoor Services are Surging Across Canada

by Kimberly Crossland| April, 07, 2026| Blog Hotspot for Franchise News ...
If trends highlighted at the 2026 BC Home + Garden Show are an indication, franchises that prioritize sustainability and positive local impact will be in demand for years to come.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Opens 20 New Locations and Achieves Double-Digit Franchise Sales Growth

March, 31, 2026| Franchise News
2025 performance positions the rapidly growing Mediterranean fast casual for a strong year in 2026 – both in franchise development and sales

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