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    Adapting Your Franchise Agreement For National And International Expansion: Best Practices

    Notwithstanding the above, it is still possible for a franchisor to use its model agreement for its international development.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fasken
    Fasken
  • Article

    Arbitration Provisions In Franchise Agreements: Key Drafting Considerations For Ontario Franchisors

    When franchise disputes arise, the choice of forum and procedure can be as critical as the merits of the case itself. Arbitration clauses in franchise agreements require careful consideration of scope, procedure, and appeal rights under Ontario's Arbitration Act and the Arthur Wishart Act. Understanding the strategic advantages, potential pitfalls, and key drafting considerations can help franchisors and franchisees navigate disputes more effectively while protecting their long-term interests.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
Dale & Lessmann LLP
Dale & Lessmann LLP
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    Franchise And Distribution @ Gowlings - Volume 7 - Number 2

    In October 2012, the British Columbia Law Institute began a project to bring forth recommendations for a Franchise Act for British Columbia.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Gowling WLG
    Gowling WLG
  • Article

    Franchise Case Law Highlights And Noteworthy Decisions During 2023

    In this article, we highlight and discuss some of the noteworthy decisions in the Canadian franchise law sphere over this past year.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    MLT Aikins LLP
    MLT Aikins LLP
  • Article

    Key Legal Issues For Foreign Franchisors Entering Canada

    As discussed in prior articles in this series, the answer is often yes. Canada offers a stable economy, a sophisticated franchise sector, and a consumer base that is familiar with the franchise model.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Siskinds LLP
    Siskinds LLP
  • Article

    Les clauses pénales ont-elles vraiment leur place dans un contrat de franchise?

    Plusieurs franchiseurs, de même que plusieurs conseillers juridiques appelés à rédiger un contrat de franchise, hésitent à y stipuler des pénalités.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fasken (French)
    Fasken (French)
  • Article

    Substance Over Form In The Enforcement Of Franchisees' Statutory Rescission Rights: The Anomalous Case Of Notice By Pleading

    The franchisee operated a Works Gourmet Burger restaurant franchise in Toronto for a brief period in 2013.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    WeirFoulds LLP
    WeirFoulds LLP
  • Article

    Three New Practical Tools To Facilitate A Better Strategic Partnership Within A Franchise Network

    The global crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of a healthy, proactive, real-time collaboration between a franchisor and its franchisees.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fasken
    Fasken
  • Article

    Votre droit de premier refus peut-il être facilement contourné?

    Presque tous les contrats de franchise stipulent un droit de premier refus en faveur du franchiseur dans l'éventualité où le franchisé souhaiterait vendre son entreprise franchisée.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fasken (French)
    Fasken (French)
  • Article

    You Are Not Alone In A Default – Third Party Interests In Commercial Leases

    There has been a lot written regarding a landlord's options and remedies upon the default of a tenant under a commercial lease.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Sotos LLP
    Sotos LLP
  • Article

    Does A Franchisor Have An Obligation To Maintain Brand Strength?

    In an unprecedented decision released on June 21, 2012, the Quebec Superior Court held that the Dunkin’ Donuts franchisor in Quebec fundamentally breached its franchise agreements with its Quebec franchisees by failing to adequately support its brand and stem the tide of the "Tim Hortons phenomenon" in that province.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
    Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
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    Personal Liability Of Directors And Officers In Canadian Franchise Disclosure

    One of the most important — and least understood — aspects of Canadian franchise law is the potential for personal liability arising from franchise disclosure obligations.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Siskinds LLP
    Siskinds LLP
  • Article

    The Delimark Decision: When Does The Obligation To Disclose End?

    The Arthur Wishart Act (Franchise Disclosure), 2000 distinguishes between a "material fact" and a "material change".
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Gowling WLG
    Gowling WLG
  • Article

    The Importance Of Harmonizing The Provisions Of Your Different Agreements With A Franchisee

    In the vast majority of franchise systems, the contractual relationship between the franchisor and each franchisee is not based on a single agreement, but on several.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fasken
    Fasken
  • Article

    The Quebec Superior Court’s Recent Judgment In Stereo Plus V. 140 Greber Holding: Shedding Light On Penalty And Legal Expenses Provisions In Franchise Agreements

    On January 13th, in the case of Distribution Stereo Plus Inc. c. 140 Greber Holding Inc., the Quebec Superior Court reaffirmed that penalty provisions and provisions relating to the reimbursement of legal costs both have their place in a franchise agreement.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Dentons Canada LLP
    Dentons Canada LLP
  • Article

    Plugged In: An Overview Of Legal Issues With Respect To Canada's Transition To Electric Vehicles

    On December 19, 2023, the federal government announced plans to introduce electric-vehicle (EV) sales mandate regulations, requiring auto-manufacturers to gradually increase...
    CanadaEnergy and Natural Resources
    Cassels
    Cassels
  • Article

    Caught by Release: Franchisees Can't Have Their Cake And Eat It Too

    The recent decision in New Vision Renaissance MX Ltd. v. The Symposium Café Inc.[1] confirms that Ontario courts will uphold the terms of appropriately crafted releases in the context
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    McMillan LLP
    McMillan LLP
  • Article

    Do You Have What It Takes To Be An Exceptionally Successful Franchisor?

    Are there traits that distinguish franchisors whose results and achievements put them well ahead of their competitors?
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fasken
    Fasken
  • Article

    Heading North? How To Expand Your Franchise System To Canada

    To any Canadian consumer, it is apparent that many American franchise systems have chosen Canada as a place for expansion. Some of the obvious reasons for the many U.S. brands in Canada include geographic proximity, a common language, history, tastes, and culture, along with the fact that Canada has a standard of living that is on par with that of the United States.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    DLA Piper
    DLA Piper
  • Article

    Ontario Court Imposes New Disclosure Requirement Prohibiting The Common Practice Of Determining Location After Signing A Franchise Agreement

    A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice will have drastic effects on the business of franchisors who follow the common practice of granting franchises for locations yet to be determined.
    CanadaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Cassels
    Cassels
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