Welcome to Bimbo Canada
Franchise & Distributor Site
At Bimbo Canada, our goal is mutual growth and success, driven by a unique core values system. We are proud of our franchisees and distributors for helping us feed Canada. Made by Canadians for Canadians, we prioritize quality, sustainability, and community engagement. Join us for access to resources, support, and opportunities for growth in the bakery industry. Together, we can nourish our nation and make a positive impact.
Choose Bimbo Canada and enjoy significant advantages:
- We are the largest and oldest commercial bakery in the country, providing Canadians with delicious, high-quality baked goods and snacks.
- As part of the world's largest baking company, we offer unmatched resources and expertise.
- Our products are in high demand, meeting the daily needs of households across the nation.
- We have strong relationships with top retailers and food service customers.
- Our state-of-the-art ordering tools accurately predict ordering patterns.
- With a proven track record of business stability, you can trust in our success.
- We drive growth through continuous product innovation in snacking and sweet goods.
- Take advantage of our in-house financing program for added convenience.
Franchisee
- The Franchise system operates on an equity model, which involves an initial investment and acquisition/franchise fee. The selling franchisee sets the sale price.
- Ongoing fees are paid by the franchisee to Bimbo Canada for the operation of the franchise business.
- The route itself is considered an asset.
- When a franchisee wishes to exit the business, they must follow the legal process of selling their route, known as "Route Transfer".
- The Franchise Agreement and Standard Operating Procedures govern the terms and conditions of the franchise.
Distributor
- Distributorship operates on a non-equity model, requiring a low investment.
- There is no initial acquisition or franchise fee.
- Distributors are not required to pay start-up or ongoing fees to Bimbo Canada for the operation of their distribution business.
- Unlike franchisees, distributors do not own an asset and therefore do not have a route to "sell".
- To exit the business, distributors must provide at least 90 days' written notice to terminate the Distributor Agreement (DA).
- The terms and conditions of the distributorship are governed by the Distributor Agreement and Standard Operating Procedures.
Have more questions? Check out the FAQs & Bimbo Canada Brochure for more information.
Get to know us better
Explore everything you need to know about our company, our core values, financing options, and fun facts that make us unique. This guide provides valuable insights to help you understand what we look for in a candidate and how you can be a part of this exciting business.
Watch this video to discover more about who we are, what we stand for, and how we’re making an impact. Take a look behind the scenes and see what a day in the life of a Bimbo Canada Operator is all about!
To learn more about owning a Bimbo Canada Franchise or Distributor route, read our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
How to Get Started
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Online Application
Review this website, our Corporate Brochure & complete an online application. You will need to provide financial information, an up-to-date resume, a Drivers license, a criminal record check, driver's abstract and resume.
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Route Experience
Determine what routes you are interested in and prepare your list of questions to ask the franchise route owner. Arrange to go on full-day route rides, from the early AM through to the end of the day. This will ensure that you have an understanding of how the route works and what is required to operate the business.
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Interview & Approval
Once you have completed your route rides, you will be scheduled for an interview. If you are approved, you will be legally disclosed on the franchise route you are interested in. Take the time to review the Franchise Disclosure Document in detail as it contains crucial information about franchising with Bimbo Canada.
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Training
Before officially purchasing a route, you will participate in a 3-week training program and in order to move forward, you must be officially certified. You will be trained by a peer trainer in conjunction with our comprehensive training manual to set you up for success on Day 1.
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Route Takeover
The final day is here! You are officially ready to take over the route. You will continue to be coached by your Market Sales Leader and work closely with them as you continue to learn the business. For a more detailed description of the process please review our Corporate Brochure.
Franchise Route Opportunity of the Week
Owen Sound, Ontario
We have routes for sale in the beautiful Owen Sound area in Ontario.
The beautiful City of Owen Sound is an area where we honour the history, spirituality, and culture of the Anishinaabe peoples on whose traditional territories we live and grow today and whose ancestors signed Treaties with our ancestors.
Owen Sound is located on the southern shore of Georgian Bay in a valley below the limestone cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment. It lies at the foot of the Bruce Peninsula, famous for its exceptional geography.
How to Apply
Are you interested in applying to purchase a franchise route?
To apply for a franchise or distributor route, please complete the online application information form below and submit it along with your resume and the required documents listed below via email to cb.franchise@grupobimbo.com. If your application is complete, our franchising team will contact you to discuss your application.
Application Process:
To submit your documents and apply for a franchise or distributor route, please click on the following LINK.
To proceed to the interview process, please ensure that you have completed a minimum of two full day route rides and that you obtain and submit the following documents:
- Criminal Background Check: We can accept a receipt when submitting the application until you have been mailed the document, or use Triton Canada for quick and easy service in minutes.
- Photo ID: Please provide a copy of your birth certificate, passport, or citizenship.
- Resume
- Driver's Abstract: You can obtain this document online or in person at your local driver services center. West, Ontario, Quebec & Atlantic
For more information and questions about our franchise or distributor routes, please email Jacquie van Hattem at cb.franchise@grupobimbo.com and include your name, address, details of your inquiry and area of interest.
All applications for franchise or distributor routes must be submitted by using this LINK.
If you have general questions, email cb.franchise@grupobimbo.com.
If you are a current franchisee or distributor, or if you have previously submitted an application through the link above, please reach out to Jacquie van Hattem directly at @email.
Routes for Sale
| Main Depot | Service Area | Contact Information |
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| BC | British Columbia | -- |
| Langley | Abbotsford, Mission (New Listing) | -- |
| Cranbrook | Cranbrook, Kimberly (New Listing) | -- |
| Kamloops | Kamloops North & South (New Listing) | -- |
| Kelowna | West Kelowna, Peachland, Summerland (New Listing) | -- |
| AB | Alberta | -- |
| Edmonton | Barrhead, Westlock (Distributor,New Listing) | jacquie.vanhattem@grupobimbo.com |
| Pincher Creek | Pincher Creek, Blairmore (Company Owned) | jacquie.vanhattem@grupobimbo.com |
| Fort McMurray | Fort McMurray | -- |
| Fort McMurray | Fort McMurray Downtown | -- |
| Edmonton | Fort Saskatchewan | -- |
| Lethbridge | Lethbridge, Claresholm | -- |
| Lethbridge | Lethbridge, Coaldale | -- |
| SK | Saskatchewan | -- |
| MB | Manitoba | -- |
| ON | Ontario | -- |
| Barrie | Collingwood (New Listing) | -- |
| Markham | Danforth | -- |
| Sarnia | Grand Bend, Sarnia | -- |
| Owen Sound | Owen Sound, Sauble Beach | -- |
| Parry Sound | Parry Sound | -- |
| Ottawa | Rockland, Alfred | -- |
| Sault Ste. Marie | Sault Ste. Marie | -- |
| Barrie | Steinbach | -- |
| Markham | Toronto (New Listing) | -- |
| NB | New Brunswick | -- |
| Atholville | Campbellton, Dalhousie, Charlo (Company Owned) | -- |
| Atholville | Campbellton, Pointe a la croix | -- |
| NL | Newfoundland and Labrador | -- |
| Port aux Basques | Codroy Valley, Rose Blanche (Company Owned) | -- |
| NS | Nova Scotia | -- |
| Baddeck | Baddeck, Margaree | -- |
| New Glasgow | New Glasgow, Trenton, Pictou | -- |
| New Glasgow | New Glasgow, Westville, Sheet Harbour | -- |
| PE | Prince Edward Island | -- |
| Charlottetown | Charlottetown, Stratford, Belfast | -- |
| Summerside | Summerside, Kensington, Wellington | -- |
| Summerside | Tignish, Oleary, Tyne Valley | -- |
| QC | Quebec | -- |
| Trois-Rivières | Cap-de-la-Madeleine - Route 2737 | -- |
| Côte-de-Liesse | Dollard-des-Ormeaux - Route 6114 | -- |
| Drummondville | Drummondville - Route 6109 | -- |
| Thedford-Mines | Drummondville - Route 8045 | -- |
| Ste-Julie | Greenfield Park - Route 1068 | -- |
| Côte-de-Liesse | Montréal - Route 1304 | -- |
| Rouyn-Noranda | Rouyn (Évain) - Route 8838 | -- |
| Rouyn-Noranda | Rouyn (McWaters) - Route 8837 | -- |
| Sept-Iles | Sept-Iles - Route 603 | -- |
| Joliette | St-Côme - Route 1101 | -- |
| Joliette | Ste-Julienne - Route 5072 | -- |
| St-Jean-Port-Joli | Ste-Perpétue - Route 308 | -- |
| Trois-Rivières | Trois-Rivières - Route 2739 | -- |
| Trois-Rivières | Trois-Rivières - Route 2740 | -- |
| Les Coteaux | Valleyfield - Route 2024 | -- |
| Express Retail | Express Retail & Food Service Routes - Ontario | -- |
Express Retail Routes Ontario
Bimbo Canada is offering NEW lower-cost, low-investment Express Retail routes that make it easy to drive sales growth for some of Canada's favorite brands, like Dempster's, Hostess, and Takis. No upfront fees and lower ongoing costs make this an affordable entry point into a rewarding business.
Express Retail routes are focused in major urban areas and only require a delivery vehicle. With anticipated year-over-year growth of 20%, this is a great way to join a growing network!
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Submit your application HERE
2. Complete the business plan based on the route you are interested in HERE
3. Email Jacquie with your business plan and route of interest at @email
Watch our video HERE!
Why Partner With Us
We are part of the Worlds Largest Baking Company
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