From Humble Beginnings..
..to trusted brand
Since Wally Parr Sausage first started crafting their delicious gourmet sausage, customers have been raving about their real food, genuine hospitality, and great value, generation after generation.
From humble beginnings starting in 1969 and the opening of our first retail store in Caledonia, Wally Parr Sausage has remained a trusted brand and destination within the communities they serve and is now expanding its reach with new locations opening across Ontario with a goal to share their passion for delicious sausage and quality gourmet frozen foods that are quick and easy to prepare.
Made Naturally to be Naturally Delicious!
Uncompromisingly delicious sausage and comfort foods done right.
With over 200 unique restaurant quality frozen retail products, Wally Parr Sausage provides a convenient high-quality alternative to buying frozen foods from a grocery store or the expense and hassle of eating out.
Wally Parr Sausage stands for uncompromisingly delicious sausage and comfort foods done right. All of their sausages are 87% fat free, have no preservatives, no fillers and are gluten free, offering their customers a great tasting product at the highest possible quality standards.
Guests to a Wally Parr Sausage location can also enjoy a delicious sausage cooked on site and served on a fresh baked bun, topped off with a selection of condiments including fresh onions and sauerkraut.
Wally Parr Sausage is proud of their Canadian roots and always makes it a priority to source local or Canadian based suppliers to ensure the highest and best quality for their customers.
Learn more about a Wally Parr Franchise.
Learn more about a Wally Parr franchise.
FAQ's
Q: What is the general process to become a Wally Parr Sausage franchisee?
A: The first step is to submit an inquiry with us which you can do by completing the Initial Inquiry form. Completing the form does not commit you in any way to open a franchise.
Our franchise development team will then be in touch with you within two (2) business days to discuss your interest and answer any questions you may have in regards to the franchise process to make application for a franchise and what it takes to be become an approved Wally Parr Sausage franchisee.
Q: Once I make application for a franchise how long does it take to open my store?
A: The application process generally takes four weeks which will include a discovery day event that we invite you to attend to learn more about how a Wally Parr franchise operates and gives you an opportunity to meet some of our amazing franchise partners.
Once you are approved, we start work on the development of the store which would include site selection, lease negotiations, bank financing, training and store opening support. Our operations and development teams will work with you ongoing to guide you to ensure the best possible outcomes for your franchise. This process can typically take between six to nine months subject to securing a location that fits the Wally Parr franchise site selection criteria.
Q: What experience will I need to own a Wally Parr Sausage franchise?
A: Wally Parr Sausage franchisees come for a diverse background and experience. Although you do not have to have any previous experience in retail or the food industry this kind of experience will be beneficial. Previous business experience is an asset but not required.
Q: How long is the training and what is covered?
A: The training program for new franchisees is three (3) weeks in total. This training is a mix of online learning, classroom and in store training. This training will give you a broad base of knowledge across all areas of the operation of a Wally Parr Sausage franchise including but not limited to daily operational best practices, financial management, customer experience, inventory control, marketing, team management and leadership.
Q: What is the typical size of a Wally Parr Sausage franchise?
A: The typical store is 1500 square feet. The minimum size required is 1300 square feet with a minimum of 20 foot of store front required.
Q: What is the initial investment to own a franchise?
A: The initial investment for a new franchise will range between $500,000 to $700,000 depending on the size of the location and the leasehold improvements required in the premises to fit it out as a Wally Parr Sausage franchise location.
Q: Will Wally Parr Sausage assist us to secure financing?
A: Wally Parr Sausage has been approved under the Royal Bank of Canada small business loan program and will support you in the process of making application for a small business loan directly with RBC. Typically, the range of available financing would between $250,000 and $400,000.
Q: What level of investment capital will I need personally to own a franchise?
A: The franchisee will require between $250,000 to $350,000 of their own funds to invest into a Wally Parr Sausage franchise.
Q: What are the ongoing fees paid by franchisees?
A: The franchisee pays a low royalty of four (4) % and a marketing contribution of three (3) % of the gross sales of their location.
Q: What is the initial franchise agreement term?
A: The initial franchise agreement terms is ten (10) years with a renewal provided for additional term(s).