The National Franchise Show 2027
Event Date
January 16–17, 2027
Location
Toronto, ON, Canada
Expected Exhibitors
200
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe National Franchise Show in Toronto is a two-day consumer event for people who want to start their own business by investing in a franchise or proven business opportunity. Billed as "Canada's Largest 'Own Your Own Business' Event," it brings together more than 200 franchise brands and new opportunities from every industry under one roof at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Attendees can meet established, money-making businesses that are expanding in the Toronto area, ask questions face to face, and gather the information they need in a no-pressure environment.
The show is designed for prospective franchisees and entrepreneurs at every investment level, offering both full-time and part-time opportunities across food, retail, home services, health, and more. Whether you are exploring self-employment for the first time or looking to add to an existing portfolio, the event puts you in direct contact with brands actively seeking new owners.
Beyond the exhibit floor, the show runs a full program of free educational seminars covering franchise law, financing options, government assistance programs, and how to choose the right business for you. It is a practical, one-stop opportunity to research, compare, and connect with proven business concepts in a single weekend.
Show Highlights
- 200+ franchise brands and new business opportunities from every industry, spanning full-time and part-time options at every investment level.
- Face-to-face meetings with proven, expanding businesses actively seeking new owners in a no-pressure setting.
- Free educational seminars covering franchise legal advice, financing options, government assistance programs, and how to choose the right business for you.
- Dedicated seminar rooms, including a real estate seminar track and a "How to Franchise Your Business" workshop for those looking to grow an existing brand.
- Industry suppliers and advisors on hand to help attendees evaluate opportunities and next steps.
Past and current exhibitors have included well-known brands such as Mr. Sub, Wetzel's Pretzels, Subway, Denny's, ServPro, Just Cuts, Laser Clinics of Canada, and 241 Pizza.
Attendance
The organizer, National Event Management, reports company-wide results across its North American events rather than figures for this specific edition. According to the organizer, its events have hosted more than 540,000 business ownership candidates and delivered results to some 12,000 exhibitors, with over 1,500 companies promoting their concepts across its shows in the past year. City-specific attendance figures for the Toronto show are not published.
Registration
General admission to the Toronto show is $15, with tickets sold online through Showpass; the organizer notes that tickets are limited and encourages buying in advance. At the time of research, the official site listed online tickets for the next show as "coming soon."
- Purchase tickets online via the show's official website (powered by Showpass).
- For ticketing help, Showpass customer support can be reached by email at support@showpass.com, by web chat, or by phone at 1-844-307-7469.
- Support hours are Monday–Friday 9am–7pm MST and weekends 10am–7pm MST.
History
The Toronto event is part of The National Franchise Show, a long-running series produced by National Event Management. The organizer reports having run more than 480 successful franchise shows since 1996 and cites over 20 years of proven results in the industry. Today the company operates roughly 25 franchise shows across North America each year. Specific founding details for the Toronto edition are not published on the official site.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 11, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Toronto National Franchise Show taking place?
The show runs January 16 and 17, 2027, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building (Hall C), 255 Front Street West, Toronto. Hours are 11am to 5pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
How much does admission cost and how do I register?
General admission is $15, with tickets sold online through Showpass. Tickets are limited, so the organizer recommends buying online in advance.
Who should attend the National Franchise Show?
The event is aimed at anyone interested in starting their own business through a franchise or proven business opportunity. It welcomes first-time entrepreneurs and existing owners exploring full-time or part-time opportunities at every investment level.
What can I expect to see at the show?
Attendees can meet more than 200 franchise brands and new business opportunities from every industry, speak with them face to face, and attend free seminars on topics such as franchise law, financing, and choosing the right business.
How do I get to the venue and where can I park?
The Metro Toronto Convention Centre is in downtown Toronto, connected to Union Station via the Skywalk and served by TTC, GO Transit, and the UP Express from Pearson Airport. The venue has 1,700 on-site parking spaces, with entrances on Simcoe Street (North Building) and Lower Simcoe Street (South Building).
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