More than 100 locations to receive royalty relief amidst significant industry changes CALGARY (March 19, 2020) – In the wake of significant and growing challenges facing the food service industry as COVID-19 continues to spread, OPA! of Greece has announced new measures it has taken to provide support for franchisee partners. The Calgary-based franchisor will…
Read moreIn celebration of International Women’s Day, we take a moment to recognize women in franchising! According to survey’s from the Canadian Franchise Association, 31% of prospective franchisees are women! Our feature article in MENU Canada’s Foodservice Magazine, talks about our approach to attracting the best, most qualified, and passionate candidates. The path to equal representation…
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Calgary’s OPA! is on the way to 100 stores – including one popular international destination. Dorrie Karras (CEO) featured in the Calgary Herald talks about the history and growth of the OPA! brand. OPA! is one of the fastest growing franchises in Canada. It is one of the largest Greek chains by number of units in…
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Growing Sure & Steady. OPA! Appeal Still Strong! In the 17 years since the first OPA! Souvlaki restaurant was founded in Calgary the franchising company specializing in Greek/Mediterranean cuisine has grown slowly but steadily. Today, it boasts some 90 locations that spread as far west as Vancouver Island and as far east as Ontario. It…
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Get to know the President & CEO of OPA! of Greece, Simon Lileikis, feature in Franchise Canada Magazine! Souvlaki, tzatziki, spanakopita – it may be Greek to you, but not to Simon Lileikis, President and CEO of OPA! of Greece. The fast-growing restaurant brand is built around a menu of Greek favourites like the famous…
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