Last week, Just Cuts, the global hairdressing chain based in Australia, opened its first Canadian salon, a 772 square foot location at Stone Road Mall in Guelph is southwestern Ontario. Marking the beginning of the brand’s Ontario expansion, additional salons are confirmed for Masonville Place in London in November, followed by Limeridge Mall in Hamilton and Dufferin Mall in Toronto in early January. Additional Ontario locations are also under discussion. The Australian brand, with its signature Style Cuts and convenient walk-in model, has more than 230 salons across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, specializing exclusively in Style Cuts format, creating a more convenient experience for busy families, professionals, students and anyone looking for quality without the wait. “Canada has always stood out as a market that shares many of the same values as Australia: great service, strong communities and busy lifestyles,” said Just Cuts Founder, Denis McFadden. “We’re excited to partner with Canadian entrepreneurs, create rewarding careers for local stylists and build salons that feel genuinely connected to the communities they serve. The Just Cuts locations are typically 800 to 100 square feet in high foot-traffic retail hubs and shopping malls that allow walk-in convenience. Every Just Cuts salon is locally owned and operated, combining the backing of an established international brand with local entrepreneurs who live and work in the communities they serve. Canadian stylists are trained to the same professional standards that have helped make Just Cuts a household name in Australia. David Mathie heads up global franchising for the chain and Rhett Thurston is the Director of Franchise Development, Canada for Just Cuts Franchising.
Just Cuts Australian Franchise Office, First Floor, 4-6 Kingsway, Cronulla, NSW 2230 (1800 334 498 www.justcuts.com.au)
Just Cuts Franchising Canada, Caledonia, Ontario (905/407-7355 rhett@justcuts.ca)