October 5, 2015
BC Government Introduces Bill for Franchise Legislation

This afternoon, the government of British Columbia introduced Bill 38, a Franchises Act, through its first reading in the Legislative Assembly of BC. Links to the official media release issued by the BC government and to the draft bill are available in the Advocacy Headquarters of the CFA website.
Hon. Coralee Oakes (centre left) and Lorraine McLachlan (centre right) at BC media event announcing introduction of the BC Franchises Act.
Prior to the first reading, Hon. Coralee Oakes, Minister of Small Business, Red Tape Reduction & Responsible for Liquor Distribution Branch, announced the introduction of the Franchises Act at a media event in Victoria, BC.

In attendance was Lorraine McLachlan, CFA President & CEO, who was present to serve as a resource for media about franchising and the contribution franchises make to Canada.
While CFA does not pro-actively advocate for franchise legislation, we are committed to working with governments as they develop and introduce legislation. In our consultations with government, CFA advocates for a uniform approach to franchise legislation across the country, balanced with best practices.

CFA has been working with the BC government on the development of Bill 38, a Franchises Act, and will continue to do so to ensure government officials are aware of the concerns and priorities of CFA members and franchising in Canada. A public consultation is anticipated and CFA will continue to keep members apprised.

We are currently reviewing the draft Franchises Act and will provide CFA members with an analysis via Advocacy Alert.

For more information about proposed franchise legislation in BC and CFA's work with the BC government, please contact Erica Kelsey, Director, Government Relations, at ekelsey@cfa.ca or call 1-800-665-4232 ext. 297.

 
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