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Franchise systems present a valuable investment proposition for both strategic and financial investors. The franchise business model as an expansion strategy has been on the rise across the globe for many years, and its growth together with its contributions to national gross domestic product (GDP) and job creation have outperformed other sectors and business models.
There is a wide range of financing options available in Canada for new and expanding foreign businesses.
Canada’s tax rules are complex and subject to change. The information contained herein is not, and is not intended to be a comprehensive overview of Canada’s tax system.
Cyberattacks, privacy data breaches, spamming, phishing are concerns for all businesses. Dickinson Wright’s affiliate (“DWA”) offers cybersecurity & compliance consulting services to organizations seeking compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, HIPAA and PCI.
A proliferation of cyberattacks against individuals, governments, and companies over the past decade especially has elevated data breach prevention, response, and remediation to the forefront of our global digital economy.
Several different business structures may be used to conduct business in Canada. Non-residents looking to engage with Canadian businesses, or those intending to carry on business in Canada, should familiarize themselves with such structures.
With its stable political and economic landscape, independent governments and courts, skilled workers and high standard of living, Canada is an attractive country in which to do business.
Franchise systems present a valuable investment proposition for both strategic and financial purchasers. Entrepreneurs seeking out their next business venture, manufacturers in need of a distribution network for their products or services, and competitors looking to take advantage of synergies, economies of scale, expanded offerings, or growing market share – in each case – can achieve those investment goals through the acquisition of a franchise system.
Simplifying access to the US market through a series of short, high level presentations highlighting the most important issues to be addressed when considering US expansion including banking, accounting/tax, legal, government incentives, site selection and US government services.
Since the height of the financial crisis in 2008, the merger and acquisition deal flow has been patchy and fragmented.