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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.

Our Edge in This Industry

FDD review and red-flag identification
Franchisor approval process management
Multi-unit / area-developer strategy
Existing-franchisee reference arrangement

Ready to Buy a Franchises Business?

Start with a free 30-minute Discovery Call. We will review your situation, share what is realistic in this industry, and recommend next steps.

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