metal supermarkets
metal supermarkets®, the convenience stores of the metal industrytm, is the world' s largest supplier of small quantity metals .
metal express' business model closely mirrored that of metal supermarkets and was a natural, logical and synergistic fit to our own business ,
said stephen schober, president and chief executive pf metal supermarkets .
metal supermarkets offers over 8000 metal products, metal shapes and metal grades. we cut any metal to any size. we specialize in alloy steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, cold rolled steel, copper, hot rolled steel, stainless steel .
metal supermarkets®, the convenience stores of the metal industry (tm), is the world' s largest supplier of small quantity metals .
metal supermarkets® began with a single store in 1985 in mississauga, ontario, . our first store proved so successful, that additional stores were added in the ensuing years. customers began to locally recognize metal supermarkets® as the one stop shop for any metal cut and ready fast !
“we are excited to continue our u. s. expansion with our second location in the state of ohio, ” said stephen schober, president and ceo of metal supermarkets. “metal supermarkets columbus brings speed, variety and convenience to area businesses and consumers shopping for metal. ”
customer feedback for metal supermarkets villa park 1187 n. ellsworth avenue, villa park, il, 60181 - 1040, us
metal supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small quantity metals, opened its 83rd store in june, 2016 in columbus, ohio. metal supermarkets columbus provides area businesses and consumers with exceptional customer service and instant access to the highest quality metal available, cut to size, with no minimum order quantity .
metal supermarkets corp. , a toronto - based steel distributor, has acquired 100 per cent of metal mart llc from a. m. castle & co. for an undisclosed price .
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metal supermarkets franchising family of companies is pleased to announce that its president and ceo, stephen schober has been elected a director of the canadian franchise association .
metal supermarkets, a private company founded in 1985, is a specialized metal distributor focusing on small quantities of virtually all types and forms of metals, custom cut to size. while most revenues come from corporate operations, the company is also the only small quantity metal dealer franchise in the world .
customers choose metal supermarkets because of our speed, variety and convenience. we provide same - day service and prepare orders quickly. we carry the widest variety of metal types, grades and shapes. we are conveniently located and offer fast and easy access to metal products and services. no need to wait .
customers who deal with metal supermarkets value and benefit from our key differentials and unique selling propositions including “cut to size” metal, fast delivery, and sourcing of non - stock and “hard to find” items, with no required minimum order size .
metal mart operates as metal express and has about 15 metal distribution centres in the united states. the distributor was an independent division of a. m. castle, (nyse: cas) a company based in franklin park, ill. which distributes metal alloys, stainless steel, copper and brass .
metal supermarkets, 2266 mcgarrigle rd. after a friend discovered this place, we' ve been there for 3 different jobs over the past 10 days. helped me solve a potentially costly chimney cap problem. another
metal supermarkets is the world' s largest supplier of small - quantity metals. with a network of over 80 stores worldwide, we help over 60, 000 customers get the metal they need, with no minimum order quantity. visit http: / / www. metalsupermarket... for more or call 1 - 866 - 867 - 9344 for a quote. any metal. any size. cut and ready fast! show less
metal supermarkets stores stock a diverse selection of metal types including hot - rolled steel, cold - rolled steel, stainless steel and aluminum in a wide variety of shapes including bar, tube, sheet, plate and more. the new store also offers value - added services such as production saw - cutting, shearing and same - day delivery .
we like metal supermarkets because we get the right amount of product for us, even if the order is 1 piece of small bar. we get the orders fast. when material isn’t available right away metals makes appropriate suggestions for alternatives .
we are now accepting submissions for this year' s metal my way contest. your metal creation could be a winner. to enter, simply: 1) post a photo or video of the project 2) use
before today' s acquisition, metal supermarkets operated 23 corporate operations in canada, the united states, england and scotland. in addition, the company has 60 franchised locations in the u. s. , canada, england, austria and the united arab emirates .
metal sales and distribution contributes $ 553 billion dollar to the economy annually, comprising 3. 5% of us gdp .
metal supermarkets columbus serves a wide variety of businesses and customers including tool and die shops, manufacturers, machinists, maintenance managers, fabricators, machine shops, contractors, construction companies, military, healthcare, education and other government departments, as well as hobbyists and home owners .
metal supermarkets is the world’s largest small quantity metal distributor. our stores are small metal warehouse and distribution centers, typically 4, 000 – 6, 000 square feet located in a medium to light industrial setting. our stores stock, and sell various grades, sizes and shapes of metals such as aluminum, hot and cold rolled steel, stainless steel, brass and copper in bar, tubes, channel and sheet. with over 75 brick - and - mortar stores across the us, canada, and united kingdom, our network of stores serves over 60, 000 customers .
ahhhhh sweet, glorious 1095 steel! !! ! my friends at metal supermarket (jesse johnson) and crew have me stocked ...
the core focus of our business is not selling high volumes of metal used in manufacturing itself – that is for the major metal service center – but the maintenance and repair departments of manufacturers, distribution companies, food processors, machine shops, tool and die makers, government agencies and a wide and diverse variety of other companies as well as home owners and hobbyists. we are metal experts and have been providing quality customer service and products since 1985 .
not sure why they paint the ends of their steel stock, anyways, i love the look. always great to stop by the metal supermarket... .
metal supermarkets chicago (niles) has been providing the northwestern chicago area with fast and easy access to metal since september 2014. we are conveniently located at 6285 w. howard. our warehouse is stocked full of all metal shapes, grades, sizes and dimensions, including hot and cold rolled steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, copper and more. our value - added services include production cutting, shearing, delivery, sourcing hard - to - find metals, plasma cutting, bending and press break, hole punching, miter cutting, laser cutting, notching and flame cutting. our shear is a 1 / 2
x 120
, we can shear stainless steel 1 / 4
or less and mild steel 1 / 2
or less .
any metal, cut and ready fast! we are the world' s largest supplier of small - quantity metals. find our stores across canada, the us and the uk, or order online !
dull grey saturday? time to go to one of my favourite places and get some pieces from the metal supermarket and make some stuff! yes, that' s really what it' s called. urltoken
starts july 9th! !! we have some awesome prizes to award for this year' s best metal - made projects... we can' t wait to see what you' ve been working on! contest details :
just got a tour of @ metalsupermrkts everett location! we had a great time demoing our robot and learning about the metal machines. thank you so much for the donation to help us get to houston! # morethanrobots # omgrobots # loveoursponsors
the barriers to entry in metal supermarkets are not primarily financial. sure you need money to support start - up costs including an investment in inventory, fixed assets, leaseholds and trade accounts receivable, but most importantly is the knowledge transfer that we provide to our franchisee. with a track record of 30 years we know how to assist and guide franchisees in setting - up and managing the business, creating critical preferred vendor relationships, manage inventories, develop pricing strategies, and teach, coach and guide you on how to successfully sell and market our products and services .
these guys are great! !! a + they are super guys and very helpful. i found them when i first started welding and i' ll never buy my metal anywhere else. i have probably completed about 20 or more welding projects and these are my
go to
guys .
over the years, the core principles of our business have remained the same: wide - ranging products processed to customers’ exact specifications and fast, personable service, with absolutely no minimum quantity. while we remain true to our founder’s principles, our unique customer - centric approach has evolved over the years. the range of processing services we provide is broader, and in addition to our “bricks and mortar” locations, our online store offers the opportunity for customers to purchase metal 24 / 7 .
“i worked with metals in a family owned business very early in my professional career. after a 30 + year corporate career in glass, this business allows me to return to my roots, not only in metal, but with my son and daughter involved in the business, a return to a family based operation as well, ” stated franchise owner steve micheli. “our model of providing cut - to - order sizes of materials benefits the maintenance / repair professionals by eliminating the need for additional storage space and carrying costs related to bulk purchasing. this holds true for welders, contractors and diy’ers. ”
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now that the election dust has settled, you may have a new member of provincial parliament (mpp) representing your riding. this is a critical time to start building relationships with those who represent your voice !
unfortunately, many mpps and members of government are still unaware of the complexities of the franchise industry. meetings go a long way to help paint a picture of the everyday franchise owner .
meeting with mpps is one of the most critical advocacy activities available and can be a very powerful tool. it gives you an opportunity to connect with them directly and share real - life experiences of what owning a business and creating jobs means to you, your family and your community .
inviting your mpp to visit your business will make the meeting that much more personal and memorable; creating the opportunity for them to meet your staff and understand the dynamics of your everyday life as a small business owner. bringing a personal aspect to the relationship could make your mpp more likely to act on your behalf .
mpps are interested in hearing from constituents and those actively involved in the community. by taking the time to meet with your local mpp, you’re demonstrating that franchisors and franchise owners are active members of the community who care to take the time to develop that relationship. this benefits not only yourself, but the community in which your business resides, and the franchising community as a whole .
use this opportunity to explain who you are on a personal level and how it relates to the business. why did you chose franchising? how does the business model help you and your community? use the following sample speaking notes to lead you in the right direction :
discuss your community involvement (i. e. donations, involvement in local boards or chambers )
for help finding your mpp’s contact information or booking a meeting, contact cfa’s government relations specialist, samantha sheppard at ssheppard @ urltoken .
any good businessperson knows that networking is a key ingredient for success. whether it’s forming partnerships with influential entrepreneurs, spreading your brand to target audiences, or learning effective business strategies from experts in the field, networking serves many purposes within the world of franchising .
fortunately for you, the cfa’s upcoming golf tournaments are designed to connect you with franchise leaders across the country! join us at one of three golf classics in bc, ontario, and new brunswick this june and come prepared with these hot networking tips .
be on time: being late never looks good and never goes unnoticed. show your reliability by arriving on time (registration opens at 9: 00 for the atlantic golf classic and 10: 00 for the pacific and central classics) and come early if you plan on meeting franchisees or clients .
don’t start the day talking business: the golf classic is meant to be a fun, stress - free day in support of the cfa’s advocacy work! acknowledge when business talk is and isn’t appropriate .
put your guests first: if you’re inviting employees or clients, ask them what activities they want to participate in, and play to their comfort level. in addition to golf, additional sports and spa options are available at our central golf classic .
stay engaged and listen: it’s not all about you! although you may be eager to talk about your business, make sure you listen to what others are offering. engage, ask questions, and determine which systems would make for an ideal partnership .
research: if you want to connect with a specific individual or franchise system, come prepared with questions you want to ask, and make sure you know their business inside and out. trust us, they’ll be impressed !
articulate your goals: understand your business goals and be prepared to speak about where you are, where you’re headed, and what you hope to achieve in the future .
for sponsorship opportunities, please contact lou gervasi, events manager, at lgervasi @ urltoken or 416 - 695 - 2896 ext. 243 .
held at the westin in the heart of the nation’s capital, this year’s festivities brought together the best of the best in canadian franchising for three days of non - stop networking events, educational learning opportunities, and engaging presentations covering a range of pertinent franchise topics .
day 1 kicked off with a special fss / supplier forum hosted by trushield insurance’s tony o’brien. along with an expert panel, o’brien shared with franchise suppliers and support services providers how they can maximize the benefits of their cfa membership and network with top franchisors to achieve their business goals .
next up was our high - demand power sessions where world - class franchise experts shared insightful knowledge on sales, marketing, business development, and management. it was a full house later in the afternoon for the essential legal update. moderated by a panel of some of canada’s leading lawyers, franchisors learned about the latest legislative updates in canada, how these changes could impact their businesses moving forward, and what they could do to mitigate potential challenges .
new cfa members and first time convention delegates were then treated to a special networking cocktail reception before learning more about the new cfa branding, purpose, and mission statement. the cfa’s chair of the board of directors, john wissent, and the 1 st vice chair of the board of directors, john dehart, were on deck to share with delegates the cfa’s new brand, created in partnership with the cfa branding committee and branding agency, pigeon brands .
the exciting unveiling was followed by the first keynote presentation of the convention. charlwood pacific group’s ceo & chairman, u. gary charlwood, shared with delegates the inspiring story of how he worked his way up the corporate ladder before purchasing and growing century 21 into one of canada’s largest and most respected real estate organizations .
ceo & chairman of charlwood pacific group, u. gary charlwood, during his keynote presentation
the day ended with an informative presentation by the cfa’s vice president of government relations & public policy, ryan eickmeier, and president & ceo, lorraine mclachlan, on the release of the much - anticipated economic impact study, followed by the marketplace opening reception. open throughout convention, marketplace exhibitors got to showcase their innovative franchise - related products and services with franchisors .
sales expert todd cohen got the crowd laughing bright and early monday morning with his engaging keynote presentation on how to build a sales culture in your organization. using relatable anecdotes, cohen used his own business experiences to keep delegates engaged and drive home the point that creating a “sales” culture is a must to find business success. click here for a special thank you message from todd !
there were non - stop learning opportunities throughout the remainder of the afternoon as roundtable discussions, concurrent sessions, and a special closed - door ceo session with todd cohen took place. moderated by franchise experts from cfa’s membership, these sessions were a great way for delegates to learn more about a specialized topic, discuss challenges and opportunities they face in their businesses, and develop effective and efficient solutions with one another .
the day ended with the most anticipated event of convention…the gala awards presentation dinner! co - hosted by propertyguys. com’s ken leblanc and walter melanson – who channeled bob and doug mckenzie from the “great white north” – the night was filled with laughs and canadian - themed jokes as attendees became true hosers for the evening .
in - between the on - stage entertainment, franchising excellence was celebrated with the presentation of the 2018 franchisees’ choice designation, recognition awards, and awards of excellence in franchising .
kumon math and reading centres received the hall of fame award in recognition of their outstanding business performance and unwavering commitment to educating children across the world .
the cfa’s changing workplaces taskforce took home the volunteer leadership excellence award, while the outstanding corporate citizen award was presented to bioped footcare centres for their work helping underprivileged communities through the goodytwoshoes foundation .
former president & ceo of mister transmission, randy moore, took home the lifetime achievement award for his 40 - year career with the automotive franchise, while ruthie burd, founder of the lunch lady, took home the first - ever diversity and inclusion champion award .
next up, excellence in canadian franchising was celebrated as wise cracks, lice squad. com, little kickers, symposium café, paul davis restoration, triple o’s, and pizza nova took home gold in their respective categories .
lorraine mclachlan took to the stage to present two of the gold finalists with the coveted grand prize for traditional and non - traditional franchise systems. for the second straight year, symposium café took home the grand prize for traditional franchise system, while little kickers won big for non - traditional franchise system !
the night wasn’t finished yet though, as the celebration continued at lowertown brewery in the byward market for the after - party .
the final day of convention started with a buffet breakfast in the marketplace followed by more roundtable discussions, concurrent sessions, and a closed - door ceo session with nurse next door and live well exercise clinic co - founder, john dehart .
dehart was on stage later in the morning for the final keynote presentation where he shared with delegates how they could build a hyper growth brand from the inside out by developing a positive work culture .
the closing luncheon immediately followed the keynote presentation, followed by franchise awareness day, where a group of convention delegates headed over to parliament hill for a full day of meetings with members of parliament .
thank you to all attendees, presenters, exhibitors, and sponsors for making this year’s convention one to remember. we’ll see you next april in niagara falls !
put your winter parkas in storage and get ready for the summer with the beauty, health & wellness issue of franchise canada! now available online and on newsstands across the country, the may / june issue is equipped with the franchise knowledge you to need to successfully start your career in the nutrition, fitness and health industries .
eye of the beholder: beauty salons are in high demand and popping up across the country. take a look at four beauty franchises that have found their niche market and are using the franchise business model to partner with entrepreneurs as passionate about beauty as they are !
picture of good health: getting in shape means more than just breaking a sweat. in our picture of good health feature, we showcase four food franchises offering canadians flavourful and nutritional meal options including meat replacement proteins, plant - based menus, healthy beverages, and more !
aging gracefully: the home and senior care industry is more popular than ever and will continue to grow as baby boomers reach the age of 65. in our aging gracefully feature we take readers on a journey of five unique senior - focused systems helping canadians from coast to coast .
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toronto – april 25, 2018 – yesterday, the canadian franchise association (cfa) convened on parliament hill to raise awareness about canada’s $ 96 billion franchise industry during franchise awareness day .
armed with the latest numbers from the cfa’s economic impact report, more than 75 franchise business leaders from across canada met with politicians throughout the day to educate them about the franchise sector’s significant contribution to the canadian economy and job creation .
the canadian franchise industry accounts for 1. 5 million full - time equivalent jobs, and 1. 8 million total jobs, representing $ 61 billion in household wages
the first of its kind in canada, the economic impact report was published by the cfa in partnership with the canadian centre for economic analysis (cancea), a leading economic research organization .
“the numbers clearly show that franchising is an important economic driver in every province in canada, ” says lorraine mclachlan, the cfa’s president and ceo. “through franchise awareness day, we want to ensure government understands the contributions franchising makes to the economy, and recognizes the vital importance of franchising in the lives of canadians. ”
beyond the numbers, participating franchisors and franchisees also shared their own personal stories of how franchising empowered them to go into business for themselves, but not by themselves .
“behind these figures are thousands of everyday canadians who achieved their dreams of business success through franchising, ” mclachlan continues. “franchisees are the new mom - and - pop, and it’s their hard work and entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the canadian economy. that’s why it’s so important for franchise leaders to come together and share their stories through events like franchise awareness day. ”
about the canadian franchise association the canadian franchise association (cfa) helps everyday canadians realize the dream of building their own business through the power of franchising. cfa advocates on issues that impact this dream on behalf of more than 700 corporate members and over 40, 000 franchisees from many of canada’s best - known and emerging franchise brands. beyond its role as the voice of the franchise industry, cfa strengthens and develops franchising by delivering best - practice education and creating rewarding connections between canadians and the opportunities in franchising. canadian franchises contribute over $ 96 billion per year to the canadian economy and create jobs for more than 1. 8 million canadians. learn more at urltoken or urltoken. media contact lisa raffaele | (647) 837 - 1265 | lisa @ urltoken
( toronto, on) april 24, 2018… the canadian franchise association (cfa) is pleased to announce that the traditional and non - traditional grand prize winners of the 2018 cfa awards of excellence in franchising are symposium cafe and little kickers, respectively. the cfa awards two separate grand prizes in its annual awards program to reflect the range of franchise opportunities in the market .
“franchising in canada is very diverse, ranging from home - based children’s sports franchises like little kickers to full - service restaurants like symposium cafe, ” says lorraine mclachlan, the cfa’s president and ceo. “to reflect this diversity, and to ensure that participating franchise systems are being rated against their peers, our awards program includes seven categories and two grand prizes. ”
considered the pinnacle of franchise achievement in canada, the cfa awards of excellence in franchising are given annually to franchise systems that have demonstrated the strongest, most mutually rewarding relationships with their franchisees. the grand prizes were presented during a gala awards presentation dinner at the 27th annual cfa national convention in ottawa, ontario .
“the cfa awards of excellence in franchising truly set a benchmark for franchises throughout canada and we are honoured to present the awards to this year’s winners, ” mclachlan continues. “no matter what size a franchise system is, or what format it takes, a solid relationship between franchisor and franchisee is vital to the system’s success. symposium cafe’s and little kickers’ strong results demonstrate they offer outstanding support to their franchisees. ”
open exclusively to cfa - member franchise systems who have been franchising for three years or more, the cfa awards of excellence in franchising recognize excellence in franchise operations. winning systems must demonstrate a dedication to superior franchisee relations, leadership, business planning, marketing, training and support, ongoing operations and communications .
this year, more than 70 cfa - member franchise systems participated in the competition, setting a new record. the winning franchise systems were decided based on the results of a survey completed by participating franchisors and their franchisees about their experiences and levels of satisfaction with the system. the cfa awards of excellence in franchising is sponsored by the cfa and administered by the portage group, a third - party research firm .
entries were separated into traditional franchises (those with brick and mortar locations) and non - traditional franchises (those that are mobile or home based). within these categories, entrants were grouped based on number of franchisees .
these categories reflect the wide range of franchise opportunities in today’s marketplace and create a more even playing field for the ranking of each entry .
gold: triple o’s silver: ucmas mental math schools bronze (tie): speedpro signs and wendy’s restaurants of canada inc .
gold: pizza nova silver: a & w food services of canada bronze: boston pizza international inc .
non - traditional franchises (i. e. mobile, home - based, etc. )
for more information about the cfa awards of excellence in franchising, visit urltoken .
about the canadian franchise association the canadian franchise association (cfa) helps everyday canadians realize the dream of building their own business through the power of franchising. cfa advocates on issues that impact this dream on behalf of more than 700 corporate members and over 40, 000 franchisees from many of canada’s best - known and emerging franchise brands. beyond its role as the voice of the franchise industry, cfa strengthens and develops franchising by delivering best - practice education and creating rewarding connections between canadians and the opportunities in franchising. canadian franchises contribute over $ 96 billion per year to the canadian economy and create jobs for more than 1. 8 million canadians. learn more at urltoken or urltoken .
( toronto, on) april 25, 2018… the canadian franchise association (cfa) (www. cfa. ca) announced the recipients of the 2018 franchisees’ choice designation last night at a gala awards presentation during the 27th annual cfa national convention in ottawa, ontario. this is the eighth year for the annual awards program and, to recognize franchise systems that have been awarded the franchisees’ choice designation multiple years in a row, cfa has introduced special 5, 6, 7 and 8 - year logos that these companies can use to promote their consistent high marks from franchisees .
“the true strength of a franchise system lies in the mutually - rewarding relationship between a franchisor and its franchisees, ” says lorraine mclachlan, cfa president and chief executive officer. “being a franchisees’ choice designee is a high honour because the high rankings in franchisee satisfaction come directly from the franchisees themselves. to earn that honour year over year is especially significant because it shows that these recipients are consistently earning high marks from their franchisees. ”
the franchisees’ choice designees are cfa member franchise systems who voluntarily took part in an independently - administered survey. their franchisees were asked to rate the franchisor in key areas of the franchise business model, including leadership; business planning and marketing; training and support; ongoing operations; and the relationship between the franchisor and franchisee .
in the due diligence process of investigating a franchise opportunity, speaking with existing franchisees about the opportunity being explored is essential. for prospective franchisees, the franchisees’ choice designation identifies that a franchise brand has received solid endorsement and ratings from its franchisees. the 2018 franchisees’ choice designees are representative of the spectrum of franchise opportunities and the diversity and excellence of cfa members .
regardless of any awards or recognitions a franchise system may receive, cfa strongly recommends that prospective franchisees conduct thorough due diligence. cfa offers an array of products and events for prospective franchisees, including cfa’s official online franchise directory lookforafranchise. ca, franchisecanada magazine, the annual franchisecanada directory and the franchise show, canada’s largest franchise - only exhibition held across canada .
for more information about the franchisees’ choice designation program, visit www. awardsprogram. ca .
about the canadian franchise association the canadian franchise association (cfa) helps everyday canadians realize the dream of building their own business through the power of franchising. cfa advocates on issues that impact this dream on behalf of more than 700 corporate members and over 40, 000 franchisees from many of canada’s best - known and emerging franchise brands. beyond its role as the voice of the franchise industry, cfa strengthens and develops franchising by delivering best - practice education and creating rewarding connections between canadians and the opportunities in franchising. canadian franchises contribute over $ 96 billion per year to the canadian economy and create jobs for more than 1. 8 million canadians. learn more at urltoken or www. franchisecanada. online .
( toronto, on) april 9, 2018… the canadian franchise association (cfa) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 cfa recognition awards. the awards will be presented during a gala awards presentation dinner on monday, april 23 at the 27th annual cfa national convention in ottawa, ontario .
cfa recognition awards pay tribute to individuals and franchise systems for their achievements and contributions to the canadian franchise community, and for their commitment and contributions to philanthropic endeavours. nominations are solicited from cfa members across canada and winners are selected by committee based on merit .
“the cfa recognition awards are about excellence in the franchise community, ” says the cfa’s president and chief executive officer, lorraine mclachlan. “franchising is a significant business sector in canada making positive contributions to the canadian economy and the community - at - large. our prestigious cfa recognition awards celebrate these contributions. we congratulate all the winners on their achievements. ”
new this year, the cfa has introduced a diversity and inclusion champion award to recognize a company or individual for extraordinary leadership and contribution towards improving and promoting diversity and inclusion within their workplace and the franchise community in canada .
trail - blazer. it’s the one word that best sums up randy moore and his achievements as president and ceo of mister transmission, a leading brand in driveline repairs. from a single store in richmond hill, ontario in 1963, (where he was store manager), to more than 60 locations across the country, randy moore’s role in mister transmission’s growth is nothing short of exemplary. through the span of his 40 - year career, he’s gone above and beyond, mentoring franchisees across the automotive sector and forging one of canada’s most iconic and memorable brands .
with over 24, 700 learning centres and 4. 3 million enrolments to date, kumon is one of the fastest growing businesses, helping children achieve their academic potential worldwide. but back in 1954, founder toru kumon was only intent on helping one child achieve his potential: his son. after coming home with poor test results, kumon created math worksheets for his son’s daily practice .
fast forward to 2018 and children all over world use kumon’s math sheets as a springboard to success. through an unwavering commitment, the kumon brand continues to ensure every child is able to reach their academic goals through partnerships with organizations like the japan integration cooperation agency and bangladesh rural advancement committee .
walking the walk, bioped is more than just a brand specializing in custom orthotics. it’s a brand that’s helped underprivileged communities around the world move safely, easily and comfortably through its goodytwoshoes foundation. partnering with charities like salvation army shelters since 2010 and soles4soles more recently, bioped has kept shoes out of landfills and provided footwear to people in need. from children walking to school to receive an education to women working out on fields to feed their families, bioped remains dedicated to providing the foundation for happy and healthy communities everywhere .
with potential changes to ontario’s labour laws posing a critical threat to franchising in the province, the cfa’s ability to advocate for franchisors and franchisees on this issue would not have been possible without the dedicated volunteers who made up the cfa changing workplaces task force. formed in november 2015, the task force worked tirelessly to ensure that the government did not adopt recommendations for a joint - employer designation for franchisors, which would have destroyed the franchise business model in canada. as a result of these efforts, joint - employer was not included in ontario’s new labour legislation, and franchisors were not singled out in any of the amendments .
the cfa’s golf tournaments are back, and bigger and better than ever before! join us this june for one of three golf classics in british columbia, ontario, and new brunswick .
exclusive to cfa - member and non - member franchisors and industry suppliers, each golf classic is designed to optimize your chances of making substantial business connections, connect with colleagues and industry leaders, and discover new ways to enhance the franchise business model .
all proceeds will go towards cfa’s advocacy efforts, which includes leading the fight against legislation that prohibits franchise systems from effectively executing their businesses, while simultaneously promoting excellence in canadian franchising .
golf competitions will be held throughout the day * in addition to the main 18 - hole tournament where you and your team can compete to win the cfa’s golf cup and be fitted for blue jackets .
registration for all three tournaments includes: green fees, a shared power cart, lunch, reception, and dinner .
for sponsorship opportunities, please contact lou gervasi at lgervasi @ urltoken or 416 - 695 - 2896 ext. 243
canada’s biggest franchise conference is just around the corner! taking place april 22 - 24 in ottawa, ontario, the canadian franchise association (cfa) national convention is the best place to network with the industry’s top executives and create influential business connections with esteemed franchise leaders. click here to see who will be attending this year’s conference !
with convention just around the corner, anticipation is running high! we asked our board members what they’re most looking forward to this year. from networking to learning to connecting with industry peers, here’s what they had to say :
“i am particularly excited and looking forward to the 2018 cfa convention due to the stellar line up of speakers and topics. i look forward to facilitating a roundtable session on how to make the most of your cfa membership, a ceo break out session, and to hosting several guest speaker sessions. most of all, i look forward to seeing friends and colleagues and to meeting new members and friends. networking and learning at the cfa convention is top tier and i always come away with new ideas and knowledge. ” – dawn mucci, lice urltoken
“the cfa convention is a great way to connect with the industry, explore new ideas, and discover opportunities. ” – hadi chahin, mary brown’s inc .
“the cfa national convention is about sharing ideas. i’m most looking forward to re - connecting with friends and colleagues from the franchising industry – and meeting a few new people, too! ” – clark harrop, mcdonald’s restaurants of canada limited
“as a member of the board of directors for the cfa, i can say that the cfa has been working hard to support our members, including making changes to the lead generation platforms and hosting the toronto franchisecanada show free of charge to visitors. i am hoping to get some feed back from members on their successes and where we can help more. franchising is a big part of the canadian economy, and i am looking forward to many more years of success. ” – sebastian fuschini, pizza pizza
“i cannot wait for the convention this year! it looks like there will be some great speakers but i like the roundtable discussions the most, as you get to hear views from other franchisors and take home some good tips for your own franchise program. the networking is another plus, along with meeting with all the suppliers in the marketplace. will never miss the convention and looking forward to another great one! ” – joel friedman, pumpernickel’s
“it’s not just another convention – it’s a powerful meeting of the franchise business sector. each member, whether a seasoned franchisor or a new member, has the opportunity to exchange information, to freely share ideas, experiences, and knowledge, and to learn from each other. i always come away thinking, ‘wow, that program or idea could work for us.' ” – terry hould, servicemaster of canada limited
don’t miss out on all of the excitement! click here for full details about this year’s education and social program and register today .
( toronto, on) march 28, 2018… century 21 founder u. gary charlwood and nurse next door co - founder john dehart – two of canada’s greatest business success stories – are among the experts who will address franchise business leaders during the 27th annual canadian franchise association (cfa) national convention, to be held from april 22 to 24 at the westin ottawa .
more than 500 franchisors are expected to attend this year, representing canada’s leading brands including mcdonald’s restaurants of canada, propertyguys. com, dairy queen, boston pizza, kumon canada, mister transmission, and a & w food services of canada .
“as the premier event for franchising in canada, the cfa national convention offers unmatched learning and networking opportunities for all franchise professionals, from new and established franchisors to franchise industry suppliers, ” says lorraine mclachlan, the cfa’s president and ceo. “with a powerful lineup of keynote speakers and more than 40 educational sessions to choose from, the cfa national convention provides a forum for franchise business leaders to network, share ideas and work together to shape the future of franchise excellence in canada. ”
gary charlwood, founder, charlwood pacific group, will share his inspiring journey from an employee struggling to make ends meet, to an international franchising trailblazer .
in addition to learning and networking, attendees will also celebrate their peers at the much anticipated gala awards presentation on monday, april 23, where the cfa will announce the winners of the awards of excellence in franchising, franchisees’ choice designation and recognition awards. these highly coveted awards celebrate excellence in franchising and the mutually - rewarding relationship between a franchise system and its franchisees .
the canadian franchise association (cfa) helps everyday canadians realize the dream of building their own business through the power of franchising. cfa advocates on issues that impact this dream on behalf of more than 700 corporate members and over 40, 000 franchisees from many of canada’s best - known and emerging franchise brands. beyond its role as the voice of the franchise industry, cfa strengthens and develops franchising by delivering best - practice education and creating rewarding connections between canadians and the opportunities in franchising. canadian franchises contribute over $ 96 billion per year to the canadian economy and create jobs for more than 1. 8 million canadians. learn more at urltoken or www. franchisecanada. online .
most people would consider it a fairly long – and risky – leap to move from the fast - paced high - tech scene to the more sedate, conservative field of health care services. not john dehart – he paid no heed to the risks, and jumped right in .
after making his mark as an entrepreneur in the heady new york tech scene in the ‘90s, helping launch five tech companies as a venture capitalist, dehart did some soul searching and decided the tech world was not for him. while it was fast and fun, the industry lacked the “heart and soul” the young cornell business grad was looking for .
“i spent five or six years building high - tech companies, until i woke up one morning and decided to quit. that was right before the 2000 tech collapse, ” says dehart, who eventually went on to co - found the successful home health care franchise brand, nurse next door. “i didn’t really love what i was doing. ”
just shy of his 30 th birthday, the okanagan native joined his wife in vancouver, where she was studying, and personal experience soon pointed him in the direction of health care. dehart’s future business partner, ken sim, was trying to find a caregiver for his wife when she went on bed rest with their first child, and it was a real challenge. “i had had previous challenges with my grandmother, who had alzheimer’s, ” says dehart. “the home care industry is unregulated, and it was like the wild west. you never knew what you were getting. ”
that spelled opportunity for the two, who decided to launch a business to fill what they saw as a vacuum in the marketplace. their goal was to put their finely - honed business sense to use by building a completely different, aspirational health care model that would deliver more than just run - of - the - mill home care. that model was nurse next door, which launched in 2001, and is continuing to grow in leaps and bounds .
“our approach is different – we look at how we can bring a little bit of happiness into a senior’s life, and our service model revolves around that, ” explains dehart. “by focusing less on the clinical task and more on the personal experiences of the person, we deliver a very social model of care. it’s a radically different way to deliver health care and home care. ”
at nurse next door, the focus is on happier aging rather than just churning out a set of practical services. while the services are obviously provided, this is done within the framework of bringing happiness to the day - to - day lives of the company’s senior customers. a question asked of every client is: “what’s the one thing you love to do that you can no longer do? ” caregivers then try to help clients rediscover lost activities and interests.
metal supermarkets is a canadian franchise that primarily focuses on selling small quantity metals , cut to the customer ’s desired size . metal supermarkets is the largest franchise in the small quantity metals industry and the only one with international reach . metal supermarkets ’ main headquarters are located in mississauga , ontario . the company ’s franchise locations spread across canada , the united states and the united kingdom . currently , metal supermarkets operates 86 locations worldwide . 
metal supermarkets is a canadian franchise that primarily focuses on selling small quantity metals, cut to the customer ’s desired size. metal supermarkets is the largest franchise in the small quantity metals industry and the only one with international reach. metal supermarkets ’ main headquarters are located in mississauga, ontario. the company ’s franchise locations spread across canada, the united states and the united kingdom. currently, metal supermarkets operates 86 locations worldwide.
metal supermarkets is a canadian franchise that primarily focuses on selling small quantity metals, cut to the customer ’s desired size. metal supermarkets is the largest franchise in the small quantity metals industry and the only one with international reach. metal supermarkets ’ main headquarters are located in mississauga, ontario. the company ’s franchise locations spread across canada, the united states and the united kingdom. currently, metal supermarkets operates 86 locations worldwide.