Saturday, September 13, 2025

11:30 AM
Choose a franchise to match your lifestyle
Seminar presented by: Ted Tsanas ~ Southbrook Business Consultants
The greatness of a success story derives from doing what you like and doing it Best! Choosing the right franchise must begin from your passion towards that specific industry and not just the numbers. If you like what you do, you have much bigger chances to succeed.

12:30 PM
Tips to Secure Financing With Your Bank
Seminar presented by: Ahsan Ansari & Terry Thrower ~ TD Canada
What you will learn:
- Best products to finance your franchise
- Other Banking products that can improve your franchise’s cashflow
- The importance of establishing a relationship with your Bank

1:30 PM
Secret of Top Franchisees for Finding your Optimum Franchise
Seminar presented by: Gary Prenevost ~ FranNet
Learn from Gary’s extensive research with numerous franchisor CEOs, and their top franchisees whose profitability ranged from the mid-six-figures to mid-seven-figures annually.
This insightful session will introduce how to:
- Identify and leverage your best career skills and experience
- Identify which franchise options you’d be best suited to
- Conduct thorough and effective research

2:30 PM
You Found Your Franchise, Now What?
Seminar presented by: Nader Tehrani ~ NHT
What will you learn:
- Learn about Business Registration & Incorporations
- Available Financing & Business Grants
- What you need to know about CRA and Income Taxes

3:30 PM
Building a Strong Relationship with Your Bank
Seminar presented by: Pushkar Dhamija ~ Scotia bank
What will you learn:
- How to communicate effectively with your bank
- Services and support banks can offer to franchisees
- Leveraging banking relationships for future growth
Sunday, September 14, 2025

11:30 AM
Tips to Secure Financing With Your Bank
Seminar presented by: Laurice Hinn ~ TD Canada
What you will learn:
- Best products to finance your franchise
- Other Banking products that can improve your franchise’s cashflow
- The importance of establishing a relationship with your Bank

12:30 PM
What to Know Before Signing Your Franchise Agreement
Seminar presented by: Sanchita Chawla ~ Cypher Law
What you will learn:
- Gain insight into franchise rules within Canada and specifically Ontario
- Be able to navigate your discussions with your franchisor/franchisee effectively
- Know your rights

1:30 PM
Types of Funding Available In Canada
Seminar presented by: Lamar Vandusen ~ PFG Financial
What you will learn:
- Government Funding:
Canada offers various grants, subsidies, and tax incentives for individuals, businesses, and organizations - Private Sector Funding:
Startups and growing businesses can access funding from venture capital, angel investors, and private firms - Non-profit Funding:
Non-profits can secure financial support through grants, donations, and sponsorships from both public and private sources

2:30 PM
Wealth Creation Through Multi-Unit Franchise Ownership
Seminar presented by: Gary Prenevost ~ FranNet
What you will learn:
- Most sustainable business sectors
- How to find your best franchise fit
- Strategic diversification through multi-brand ownership
- What to do when franchisors have limited territory availability

3:30 PM
You Found Your Franchise, Now What?
Seminar presented by: Nader Tehrani ~ NHT
What will you learn:
- Learn about Business Registration & Incorporations
- Available Financing & Business Grants
- What you need to know about CRA and Income Taxes