Entering the Canadian market: Legal considerations for U.S. franchisors

By Jennifer Shayko ( January 14, 2026, 2:48 PM EST) -- Despite recent political chatter suggesting Canada could become America’s 51st state, our nation remains a sovereign country with its own legal system, rule of law and judiciary. Historically, Canada and the United States have enjoyed close bilateral ties and share many cultural practices. Even amid shifts in the current U.S. administration, Canada continues to be America’s second-largest trading partner and the top export market for U.S. goods....