September 19-20, 2026: The International Centre - Hall 5

The American Dream Through Franchise Investment

Seminar presented by: Richard Parenteau  ~ CanAM Immigration

Talking points:

• What if the right business investment could do more than generate income?
• What if it could create a pathway to living, working, and building a future in the United States for you and your family?

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

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

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

Building a Strong Relationship with Your Bank

Seminar presented by: Pushkar Dhamija  ~ Scotiabank

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

Scale Local Growth: Leveraging AI for Smarter Marketing

Seminar presented by: Priyanka Nagpal ~ NGravitas Consultants ​

What will you learn:

• How to identify and fix hidden bottlenecks in franchise
  development beyond lead generation
• How AI can automate lead qualification and prioritize high-intent prospects
• How leading brands are scaling faster by reducing manual
  work and improving conversion efficiency

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

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

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

How to Tell if You’re Ready to Own a Franchise

Seminar presented by: Pamela Labelle  ~ BizSold

Learn the key steps to buy a business: assess your goals and budget, research the market, find opportunities, evaluate financials, perform due diligence, negotiate terms, secure financing, and close the deal. This seminar helps you make informed decisions and smoothly transition into business ownership.