Once Upon A Child

We buy and sell gently used clothes, toys, & equipment

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Own A Once Upon A Child

Appropriate capitalization is a critical factor in the success of any business. Therefore, minimum requirements for net worth and liquid assets have been established for those wishing to become a Once Upon A Child franchise owner. These figures are representative for each individual location.

Either individually, or with the assistance of a financial partner, applicants will have access to $75,000 in cash or liquid assets* that can be turned into cash. Additionally, the applicant should have assets of $175,000 to be used as collateral to obtain appropriate financing. These financial requirements are based around the total investment costs of the business.

*Liquid asset examples include: cash, non-retirement stocks and bonds, etc.

Please note: Written financial documentation will be required as you move forward in our franchise process. Funds quoted above are in Canadian dollars. Click here for US Investment Requirements.

*Royalty fee is 5% of gross sales, paid weekly.

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  • 1

    When considering going into business for yourself, what factors influenced your decision?

    Multiple franchisees talk about what they liked about the Once Upon A Child franchise opportunity, and why it was right for them.

  • 2

    What has your experience been like as a franchisee?

    Franchisees talk about their experience owning a Once Upon A Child store(s).

  • 3

    How has becoming a store owner changed your life?

    Many franchisees are first time business owners - here they talk about how this life-changing decision has affected their lives.

  • 4

    What is it like working with Winmark as a franchisor?

    There are many facets to working with a franchise system. Hear about these franchisees' experiences working with Winmark.

  • 5

    What is it like working with other franchisees?

    There are many facets to working with a franchise system. Hear about these franchisees' experiences working with fellow franchisees.

  • 6

    What advice would you give a person considering this franchise?

    Store owners tell it like it is - here is their advice for anyone looking at becoming a Once Upon A Child franchisee.

  • 7

    So...Would you do it again?

    Of course they say "yes" and many of these franchisees have done just that with adding stores after experiencing the fun and success of Once Upon A Child.

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    Featured franchisee

    Karen Wright from Burlington Ontario talks about her success as a Once Upon A Child franchisee and how she has now bought a Plato's Closet franchise.