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Planning to get into the franchise business? Or maybe you have a successful business model that you think would make a great franchise? Start here for advice on where to go next.

Canadian Retailer: Franchise Operations
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  • Would you like franchise with that?
    After spending years at home raising her four children, Susan Billes decided in the early 1990s that she wanted to find something else to do that would involve the two main passions of her life — children and her husband, Alfred.

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Education Solutions
Winning Retail 2nd Edition
(Source: Industry Canada/The Graff Retail Group)
Chapter 9: Store Location

What you will Learn

  • How to analyze a geographical area for sales potential.
  • Advantages and disadvantages of different location options.
  • How much you can pay for rent and still make a profit.
  • Tips on negotiating a lease.
  • Tips on renegotiating an existing lease.

Supplier Directory: Franchising Services

  • Are you looking for the right franchise to start your business with? Are you looking for some consulting opinions on a specific franchise? Check out RCC's Supplier Directory, a list of RCC associate members that are ready to provide you with products and services that can help you make the most of your business.
  • Are you a supplier interested in being listed in RCC's directory? By joining RCC as an associate member, you not only get a free listing, but you have full access to RCC's Members-only Web site and other key resources. Click here for more information on becoming a member.

Members-Only Cost-Savings Programs

  • PAYROLL SERVICE with NEBS — NEBS PAYweb.ca is the most trusted payroll service in Canada since 1967. With many features such as a statutory holiday calculator and direct deposit, flexible service plans are designed to grow with your business allowing for an affordable solution. They take the fear out of payroll by completing every payroll accurately and on time — every time.
  • SECURITY SERVICES with Group 4 Securicor — G4S Cash Services is Canada's leading provider of cash services with more than 50 locations across the country. As the largest worldwide security services provider, they are in a unique position to manage all of your security requirements. RCC Members receive 10% off new contracts.
  • TENANT LEASE SERVICES with Cirrus Tenant Lease Services — Cirrus is the leading provider of managed tenant lease services to growing businesses. RCC Members receive a 50% discount off the lease portfolio critical dates tracking program, and 10% discount off the lease negotiation and consultation service.

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Canadian Retail Institute (CRI)

  • Are you looking for tools to help your sales associates better understand the art of creating an exciting store layout? RCC offers a Sales Associate training program and Module 6 covers just this subject. If you'd like more information on just this module or the entire training program, visit the Canadian Retail Institute (CRI) or contact our education department at (888) 373-8245; e-mail: education@retailcouncil.org.