FRANCHISE LAW – in Canada, franchise law is governed by both federal and provincial regulations.
Provincial regulations – each province in Canada has its own set of regulations and statutes governing franchising. In Ontario, the Arthur Wishart Act (Franchise Disclosure Act) governs franchising. It requires detailed disclosure and provides franchisees with a right to rescind the franchise agreement under certain conditions.
Federal regulations – There are no specific federal franchise laws in Canada, but federal laws related to general business practices and consumer protection may still apply.