The St. Thomas Panthers are getting ready to host their annual hockey tournament “Panthers on the Prowl”, where a large number of teams across five divisions ascend for a weekend of sportsmanship, great hockey and lots of fun. CleanQuip is…
It’s almost time to strap on the skates and start a new season of hockey. If your hockey equipment has been sitting in the garage all summer, it’s a good idea to get it out and see how it fared…
Red, sore, prickly spots cover Jerry Brouse’s arms and legs every hockey season. The burning, itching rash forced the Cambrian College Golden Shield defenceman to hang up his skates before the end of last year’s season. "Doctors told me that…
Like any large purchase or investment, there is much to consider. In the instance of buying a franchise, the steps to take before buying are more critical than ever before, in this changeable economy. Do your homework: Investigate the viability…
The CFA (Canadian Franchise Association) honour top performing franchise systems annually as evaluated by an independent franchisee satisfaction survey. There is much to learn from these successful companies and how they work in partnership with their franchise units. All for…
Buying into a franchise can be daunting. Here are some traits of successful franchisees. Self-starter: The old saying about being a go-getter applies to the franchising world. You have to be willing to abandon the notion of 9-5 and be…
Traits to look for in a potential franchisor. Communication: Message delivery and strong communication skills are crucial to a healthy franchise system. Good leaders excel at listening is just as much as talking. Leadership: Clarity, determination, passion and will to…
There are many factors to consider when buying a franchise. It can be a large investment for you and your future financial security. A potential franchisee has to look “under the hood” at all aspects of the business to gain…
No person is immune to the potential effects of the MSRA infection. Most commonly spread through hand to hand, hand to object and close airborne contact, it’s can be found almost anywhere. In as little as 45 minutes CleanQuip will…
During the 2014-2015 season an outbreak of the mumps virus spread among NHL players, leaving many medical experts scratching their heads. Although a puffed up Sidney Crosby is an adorable thing to see, the underlying issue of the spread of…