As Jani-King Canada celebrates 40 years of franchising, Jani-King of Manitoba is marking an important milestone of its own: 35 years in business. For Bill Cole, Regional Franchise Owner of Jani-King of Manitoba, the strength of the franchise model has always been its ability to help people build a business with support behind them. With a background in entrepreneurship and business leadership, Cole saw franchising as a practical pathway for people who wanted to own a business while benefiting from an established brand, proven systems, and ongoing guidance.
Recognized in Franchise Canada
Jani-King of Manitoba’s story was recently featured in Franchise Canada as part of Jani-King Canada’s 40th anniversary coverage. The article highlights the evolution of the Jani-King system, the importance of strong regional support, and the role franchise ownership can play in helping entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses. For Jani-King of Manitoba, the feature is a meaningful reflection of what has shaped the business over the past 35 years: dedicated Franchise Owners, long-standing customer relationships, consistent systems, and a commitment to service. It also reinforces a message that has been central to Cole’s leadership: franchisees are in business for themselves, but not by themselves.
A 35-Year Story Built Through People
To recognize Jani-King of Manitoba’s 35th anniversary, Cole has launched a LinkedIn campaign reflecting on the people and experiences that have shaped the company over the years. The posts highlight the contributions of Franchise Owners, customers, team members, and partners, while also looking at how the commercial cleaning industry has evolved over the past three decades. Through 35 years in business, Jani-King of Manitoba has remained focused on the fundamentals: reliability, accountability, quality, and trust. As the company looks ahead, its focus remains on supporting Franchise Owners, strengthening client relationships, and delivering professional cleaning services backed by local support. Follow along on LinkedIn as Bill Cole and Jani-King of Manitoba share reflections and milestones from 35 years in business.
