Partner With Us (Franchise Opportunities)
Restaurant Franchise Opportunities in Canada and Beyond
Own a location, develop a territory or bring your brand to a new country. IRFM Brands partners with operators, investors and brand owners who want to grow with proven systems behind them.
Choose Your Partnership Model
Single-Unit Franchise
Own and run one Punjabi Chaap Corner or Vegholic location. You get full training, launch support and the backing of a multi-brand parent company. Ideal for first-time owners and hands-on operators.
Multi-Unit and Area Development
Open several locations across a city, region or province on an agreed schedule. Built for experienced operators and investors who want scale and territory rights.
Master Franchise for International Brands
Are you a QSR brand looking to enter Canada, the United States, India or New Zealand? We act as your master franchisee, with the operations, supply chain and marketing platform already in place.
Investors and Capital Partners
Institutional and private investors can partner with IRFM Brands on portfolio growth across our brands and markets.
Why partner with us
What You Get With IRFM Brands
- Proven menus and recipes with consistent, centrally sourced ingredients
- In-person training, SOP manuals and video tutorials
- Site selection and lease negotiation support
- Grand-opening marketing plus ongoing local and digital campaigns
- POS, reporting and dashboards from day one
- A head office team in Brampton, Ontario that answers the phone
Investment
Franchise Investment Overview
| Brand | Format | Franchise fee | Total investment | Liquid capital |
| Punjabi Chaap Corner | Quick service / takeout | [CAD $] | [CAD $ range] | [CAD $] |
| Vegholic | Fast casual | [CAD $] | [CAD $ range] | [CAD $] |
Publishing ranges improves lead quality and matches “franchise cost” searches. Note: Ontario requires a franchise disclosure document under the Arthur Wishart Act;
Process
Your Path to Ownership
- Submit your enquiry
- Discovery call with our franchise team
- Review the franchise disclosure document
- Meet the leadership team and visit a location
- Sign, select your site and start training
- Grand opening
Franchise FAQs
How much does it cost to open a restaurant franchise in Canada?
Costs depend on brand, format and location. See the investment overview above, or ask our team for a site-specific estimate.
Can I open a franchise in Ontario?
Yes. Ontario is our home market, and we’re recruiting franchisees in the GTA and across the province.
Are there franchise opportunities outside Ontario?
Yes. Punjabi Chaap Corner operates across Canada and in the United States, and Vegholic is expanding nationally.
Do you offer financing?
Confirm with IRFM: lender relationships or Canada Small Business Financing Program guidance.
How long does it take to open?
Confirm typical timeline from signing to opening.
Is a vegetarian restaurant a good franchise investment?
Demand for vegetarian and plant-based food is growing in Canada. Our brands serve both South Asian communities and the wider market of flexitarian diners. Read our guide: Vegetarian Restaurant Franchise in Canada