Canada has been an attractive option for U.S. investors and businesses for years. Not only is it America’s largest trading partner, but the thousands of miles of mutual border, common cultures and shared languages make Canada a logical choice for international business relations (see “The Canada Report” in the November 2011 issue).
Canada also is a logical first step for U.S. franchisors looking to expand into the international marketplace. While the financial crisis put a damper on U.S. franchisors pushing into Canada in recent years, the relatively strong Canadian
economy has reinforced the neighbor to the north as an ideal target when looking to court prospective franchisees.
