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Tim Hortons faces franchise law disputes since cross-border sale
The coffee chain Tim Hortons is often advertised as a symbol of Canadian culture but has faced backlash from franchisees since its sale to Restaurant Brands International Inc. RBI, an American company with a Brazil-based majority owner, took over Tim Hortons in 2014. Franchisees claim...
The Objective Approach to Rescission in Franchise Disclosure Cases – Mendoza v Active Tire & Auto Centre I
Purchasing a franchise is a major business decision. The Arthur Wishart Act (Franchise Disclosure) ("the AWA") recognizes this fact and seeks to assist prospective franchisees by imposing strict financial and other disclosure requirements on franchisors. The legislation is aimed at...
Is a franchise a suitable business option for an entrepreneur?
Building a business from nothing can be a time-consuming process without guaranteed results. Many Ontario entrepreneurs start with a franchise of an already successful enterprise, hoping to skip the initial difficult years. However, purchasing a franchise comes at a price....
A Business Law Professional Can Help Incorporate Your Business
It takes a special kind of person to start a new business venture or to transform an existing business. In Ontario, there are several different forms that a business can take, each with its own sets of advantages and disadvantages....
Business disputes taking a bite out of in-home ice cream parlour
Starting a home-based business in Ontario takes courage and determination. Many do so for both personal satisfaction and profit. What these neighbourhood entrepreneurs are often hoping to avoid is becoming entangled in business disputes. Unfortunately, that is exactly what has...
Buyers Of Franchise Business Entitled To Detailed Information
Buying a franchise means making a large investment. Buyers should be aware that they have the legal right to comprehensive information about the franchise before the deal is finalized. The Arthur Wishart Act The government passed the Act in 2000...
