Retail

Buy a Franchise Resales Business in Canada

Buy an existing Canadian franchise resale with franchisor approval support.

About This Industry

Buying an existing franchise location (a 'resale') has unique mechanics versus an independent acquisition: franchisor approval, training, FDD review, and royalty structure. We've closed deals with most major Canadian systems.

Market Snapshot

Typical Deal Economics

Typical Price Range

$250k - $2M

SDE Range

$80k - $400k

Multiple Range

2x - 4x SDE

Working Capital

1-2 months of cost

Why Buy in This Industry

Proven concept with brand recognition
Franchisor support systems
Multi-unit growth pathway
Easier financing (BDC, banks know systems)
Resale value supported by franchisor

Key Risks to Diligence

Franchisor approval and training requirement
Royalty + ad fund as % of revenue (4-12%)
Franchise agreement renewal terms
Territorial restrictions and protection
PIP and remodel obligations

Growth Opportunities

Post-acquisition opportunities we target with our clients in this industry.

Multi-unit and area-developer expansion

Operational improvement under same brand

Catering and delivery add-on

Loyalty and digital expansion

Cross-brand portfolio building

British Columbia Specifics

BC has strong franchise resale activity in QSR (Tim Hortons, Subway, A&W, Tims, Booster Juice), service (Mr. Lube, Jiffy Lube, Speedy Glass), and fitness (F45, OrangeTheory). Multi-unit operators are increasingly active acquirers.