
International Franchising News from Global Trade Expert Bill Edwards – August 2023
This article discusses international franchising news, global employment issues, and updates on pandemic rules in various countries.
canada is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 784 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Fazoli's has opened its fourth location in Canada, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan [[2026-10-27 Fazoli's Opens in Saskatoon, Sakatchewan (1615fb)]] [[2026-10-27 Fazoli’s Expands Canadian Footprint with First Opening in Saskatchewan (b55541)]]. * Prince Street Pizza has expanded across the US and Canada with a menu featuring traditional and specialty pizzas [[2026-10-29 Prince Street Pizza (bb00e2)]]. * Chipotle Mexican Grill is bringing back Smoked Brisket to restaurants across the U.S. and Canada [[2026-10-26 Chipotle Brings Back Smoked Brisket (a1052c)]] [[2026-10-26 Weekend round-up Chipotle brings back brisket as Mendocino Farms grows in Colora (1cf1be)]]. * Ideal Siding, a home renovation company with over 100 locations in the US and Canada, warns that hidden wall damage is a common issue that can be costly to repair if left unaddressed [[2026-10-25 Siding Pros Say the Scariest Part of Any Home Isn’t the Attic, It’s Behind the W (2f4f6e)]]. * L&L Hawaiian Barbecue will debut in Canada in 2027 through a five-unit franchise agreement with Edmonton Ice District Ltd. [[2026-10-13 L&L Hawaiian Barbecue to Make Canada Debut in 2027 (4509a8)]] [[2026-10-13 L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Enters Canada With 5-Unit Franchise Agreement (0eb0c4)]]. * The Brothers That Just Do Gutters is expanding into Canada, creating new franchise opportunities for Canadian entrepreneurs [[2026-10-12 The Brothers That Just Do Gutters flows into Canada (a02275)]]. * Papa Johns is offering a limited-time Jack-o'-Lantern Pizza for Halloween at participating restaurants in Canada [[2026-10-19 Papa Johns Summons a Halloween Favourite The Jack-o’-Lantern Pizza Returns (aa2b68)]]. * Tahini's, a Canadian Mediterranean fast-casual chain, is expanding to the US with 20 new locations [[2026-10-20 This Canadian chain wants to teach America to love shawarma (b08d12)]]

This article discusses international franchising news, global employment issues, and updates on pandemic rules in various countries.

Paul Davis Restoration is a leading North American brand specializing in property damage restoration and reconstruction, with a franchise network of independently owned locations.

Paris Baguette, a global bakery café franchise with over 4,000 locations, is expanding in Canada with a unique café prototype.

Pop-A-Lock, a residential and commercial locksmith franchise, specializes in emergency automotive locksmith services and has been ranked No. 1 in its category.

Jet Chen has expanded his business with a new Paris Baguette franchise in Canada.
iCRYO expands internationally to Canada, signing a 50-location master franchise agreement with Canadian entrepreneur Philippe-Antoine Defoy.

iCryo inks 50-unit deal in Canada with entrepreneur Philippe-Antoine Defoy.

MOONACHIE, NJ – Paris Baguette , the global bakery café franchise with over 4,000 units around the world, has secured a spot on Entrepreneur’s inaugural Top Franchises for Multi-Unit Owners ranking .

Hand & Stone offers OxyGeneo 3-in-1 Super Facial at 17 locations.

La Diperie, a Canadian-based dessert franchise, boasts over 65 stores across Canada and offers franchise opportunities in the United States.

Patrice & Associates is a recruiting franchise with a flexible business model and a growing footprint in the $212 billion staffing industry.
Baskin-Robbins Canada is introducing a new lineup of ready-to-go sundaes, conveniently packaged in 12 oz fresh packs, as part of its National Ice Cream Month celebrations.

Paris Baguette, a global bakery café brand, has entered the Canadian bakery café market with its first opening in Toronto, part of a larger effort to pass the 1,000-unit mark in North America by 2030.

Since 2012, Elite Window Cleaning , the innovative window cleaning franchise, has been revolutionizing what window cleaning looks like in Canada.
ComForCare received the 2023 Best Workplaces for Giving Back certification in Canada, with 90% of employees agreeing on community contributions.
Subway Canada commits to providing 185,000 fresh food packs through its Never Miss Lunch donation drive on June 21.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK completes 4,701 jobs in one weekend

Papa Murphy’s is a take-and-bake pizza franchise that serves up made-to-order, high-quality pizzas at an affordable price.

When Minuteman Press opened their doors fifty years ago, they had great belief in their mission, but knew it would be daunting: to shake up the stagnant printing industry and make it accessible to businesses of all sizes.

IWG has conducted a survey revealing that HR leaders in Canada view hybrid work as an essential part of their recruitment and retention strategies.

IWG invested in new locations in Canada, aiming to double its network in the next three years.

Salons by JC was started by Jack Griffey and Cecil Miller in Dallas, Texas in 1998.

Concrete Craft has over 70 locations in the United States, with franchisees from various backgrounds, including automotive industries and commercial pilots.
Edible appointed Somia Farid Silber as President, focusing on product development, brand collaborations, and delivery capabilities.